Solve the system of equations using the addition method:
x - 3y = 7
-2x + 6y = -14
A) dependent; many solutions
B) $( 7,0 )$
C) $\left( 0 , - 2 \frac { 1 } { 2 } \right)$
D) inconsistent; no solution

Question

Solve the system of equations using the addition method: 
x - 3y = 7
-2x + 6y = -14
A) dependent; many solutions
B) $( 7,0 )$
C) $\left( 0 , - 2 \frac { 1 } { 2 } \right)$
D) inconsistent; no solution

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The system is dependent with many solutions because when you multiply the first equation by 2, it becomes identical to the second equation, indicating that both equations represent the same line.

Solve the System of Equations Using the Addition Method (7,0)( 7,0 )(7,0)

Solve the System of Equations Using the Addition Method $( 7,0 )$