Use the Gauss-Jordan Method to Solve the System of Equations $$\begin{array} { c } 3 x - y + 3 z = 28 \\7 x + 4 z = 65 \\8 y + z = 44\end{array}$$

question 344

Multiple Choice

Use the Gauss-Jordan method to solve the system of equations. If the system has infinitely many solutions, let the last
variable be the arbitrary variable.
- $$\begin{array} { c } 3 x - y + 3 z = 28 \\7 x + 4 z = 65 \\8 y + z = 44\end{array}$$

• A) \(\varnothing\)
• B) \(\{ ( - 7,5,14 ) \}\)
• C) \(\{ ( 7,5,4 ) \}\)
• D) \(\{ ( 7,4,5 ) \}\)

Understand the concept of the relevant range and its application to cost behavior.

Differentiate between variable, fixed, and mixed costs, including their behaviors in response to changes in activity levels.

Identify the characteristics and examples of committed fixed costs.

Understand the concept of step-variable costs and how they behave in response to changes in activity levels.

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