To solve the system of equations using the substitution method, we will start with the two equations given:
- \( 2x + 3y = 4 \)
- \( -4x - 6y = -8 \)
Let's manipulate the first equation to express \( y \) in terms of \( x \):
- From the first equation, we can isolate \( y \):
\[ 3y = 4 - 2x \]
\[ y = \frac{4 - 2x}{3} \]
Now, let's substitute this expression for \( y \) back into the second equation.
- Substitute \( y \) in the second equation:
\[ -4x - 6\left(\frac{4 - 2x}{3}\right) = -8 \]
To eliminate the fraction, multiply the entire equation by 3:
\[ -12x - 6(4 - 2x) = -24 \]
Now distribute \( -6 \):
\[ -12x - 24 + 12x = -24 \]
Now combine like terms:
\[ -24 = -24 \]
This is a true statement, which means the two equations represent the same line. Thus, there are infinitely many solutions to this system.
Therefore, the answer is:
Infinite solutions.