The Matrix Associated with the Solution to a System of Linear

question 79

Multiple Choice

The matrix associated with the solution to a system of linear equations in x, y, and z is given. Write the solution to the
system, if it exists.
- $$\left[ \begin{array} { r r r | r } 1 & - 1 & 4 & - 20 \\5 & 0 & 1 & - 4 \\1 & 3 & 1 & 8\end{array} \right]$$

• A) \(x = 0 , y = 4 , z = - 4\)
• B) \(x = - 4 , y = 4 , z = 0\)
• C) \(x = 4 , y = 4 , z = - 4\)
• D) \(x = - 4 , y = 0 , z = 4\)

---

Definitions:

Bankruptcy Trustee

A person appointed by the court to manage the assets of a debtor filing for bankruptcy.

Chapter 7

A provision under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code that allows individuals or businesses to liquidate their assets to pay off creditors.

Reduces to Money

The process of converting assets or damages into their monetary value.

Secured Creditor

A lender that has the right to claim specific assets of the borrower as collateral in case of default.