How many distinct real solutions does the system of equations have: y = x² - 4 and y = 2x - 1?

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Set the equations equal: x² - 4 = 2x - 1. Rearranging gives x² - 2x - 3 = 0. Factoring results in (x-3)(x+1) = 0. The distinct solutions are x=3 and x=-1, meaning two distinct real solutions.