Data Sufficiency (DS) | Re: A store sells erasers for 0.23$ per piece and pencil for 0.1

Hi,

I see that in questions of similar types, all the explanations involve a trial and error method. I was wondering if there is a way to be sure that the result we stumble upon is actually the only possible combination. Even if I arrive at integer values that fit the equation, I still need to check that other numbers don't. And this process always takes more than the allotted time for a question(2 mins). I would be glad if anyone can help me with a way to ensure that no other solution exist once
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