Solve the System Below by Elimination If Possible $$\left\{ \begin{array} { r } 4 b + m = 0 \\- 8 b - 2 m = 3\end{array} \right.$$

question 46

Multiple Choice

Solve the system below by elimination if possible. Then state whether the system below is consistent or inconsistent. $$\left\{ \begin{array} { r } 4 b + m = 0 \\- 8 b - 2 m = 3\end{array} \right.$$

• A)The system is consistent and its solution is \(( - 5,3 )\)
• B)The system is consistent and its solution is \(( 5,3 )\)
• C)The system is consistent and its solution is \(( - 3,5 )\)
• D)The system is consistent and its solution is \(( 3,5 )\)
• E)The system is inconsistent and no solution exists.

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