Solve the System Using the Elimination Method

question 31

Multiple Choice

Solve the system using the elimination method. If the system is inconsistent or dependent, so state.

• A) (4, -2, -5)
• B) (4, -3, -4)
• C) dependent
• D) no solution, inconsistent

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