In b, the first equation is unchanged.
In b, the second equation is multiplied by 2, every term, so it is unchanged.
Determine the system which is equivalent to the system:
3x+4y=12
x-2y=9
a)
3x+4y=12
3x-6y=27
b)
3x+4y=12
2x-4y=18
c)
10y=-15
5x=30
d)
Any of A,B or C
2 answers
In c, the values of x and y are explicit.
Substitute these values in A and B and see if they work.
Substitute these values in A and B and see if they work.