Solve the System Using Determinants

question 99

Multiple Choice

Solve the system using determinants.
-5x + 2y - z = 13 x - 2y + 3z = 17
4x + y + z = 20

• A) (3, 2, 6)
• B) (3, -2, -6)
• C) (4, 0, 6)
• D) (2, 6, 2)

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