The lengths in inches (x and y) of two fish are related by the equation 5x - 4y = 24. The two ordered pairs below are solutions to the equation.


(4, -1) (12, 9)


Which statement best evaluates whether these two solutions make sense in this situation?

Select one:

ABoth solutions make sense in this situation.

BThe solution (12, 9) makes sense in this situation, but (4, -1) does not.

CThe solution (4, -1) makes sense in this situation, but (12, 9) does not.

DNeither solution makes sense in this situation.