Solve the System $$\left\{ \begin{array} { l } x - 4 y = - 10 \\2 x - 8 y = - 17\end{array} \right.$$

question 10

Multiple Choice

Solve the system.
- $$\left\{ \begin{array} { l } x - 4 y = - 10 \\2 x - 8 y = - 17\end{array} \right.$$

• A) (2, 4)
• B) (2, 3)
• C) dependent (many solutions)
• D) inconsistent (no solution)

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