Use a Matrix Approach to Solve the System $$\left( \begin{array} { c c c c } x - 4 y & = & 11 \\4 x + 3 y & = & - 32\end{array} \right)$$

question 143

Multiple Choice

Use a matrix approach to solve the system. $$\left( \begin{array} { c c c c } x - 4 y & = & 11 \\4 x + 3 y & = & - 32\end{array} \right)$$

• A) (-5, -2)
• B) (-4, -4)
• C) (-5, -4)
• D) (-4, -2)
• E) inconsistent

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