A System of Linear Equations and a Reduced Matrix for the System

question 32

Multiple Choice

A system of linear equations and a reduced matrix for the system are given. Use the reduced matrix to find the general solution of the ​
System, if one exists. ​

• A) ​, , for any real number z.
• B)​ , , for any real number z.
• C)​ , , for any real number z.
• D)​ , , for any real number z.
• E)​no solution

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