Solve Each System of Equations Using Matrices (Row Operations) $$\left\{ \begin{array} { r } - 2 x - 8 y = - 8 \\4 x + 16 y = 3\end{array} \right.$$

question 154

Multiple Choice

Solve each system of equations using matrices (row operations) . If the system has no solution, say that it is inconsistent.
- $$\left\{ \begin{array} { r } - 2 x - 8 y = - 8 \\4 x + 16 y = 3\end{array} \right.$$

• A) \(x = - 8 , y = 3\)
• B) \(x = - 2 , y = 3\)
• C) \(x = - 2 , y = - 2\)
• D) Inconsistent

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