Solve the system of equations by the addition method. If the system does not have a single ordered pair as a solution, state whether the system is inconsistent or dependent. -4x - 3y = 6 -20x - 15y = 30

A. No solution, inconsistent

B. (-24, -18)

C. (-18, -24)

D. Infinitely many solutions, dependent

Question

Solve the system of equations by the addition method. If the system does not have a single ordered pair as a solution, state whether the system is inconsistent or dependent. -4x - 3y = 6 -20x - 15y = 30

 

	A. No solution, inconsistent	
 

	B. (-24, -18)	
 

	C. (-18, -24)	
 

	D. Infinitely many solutions, dependent

anonymous · Answer

Infinitely many solutions, dependent. The two equations are equivalent.

anonymous · Answer

Multiply both sides by $-5$, for example.