Solve the System by Gauss-Jordan Elimination, If Possible $$\left\{ \begin{array} { r } x - 2 y = 14 \\y = - 2\end{array} \right.$$

question 4

Multiple Choice

Solve the system by Gauss-Jordan elimination, if possible. If (x, y) is the solution to the system, give the value of x. $$\left\{ \begin{array} { r } x - 2 y = 14 \\y = - 2\end{array} \right.$$

• A) 11
• B) \(- 10\)
• C) \(- 11\)
• D) 10
• E) no solution

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