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A basic variable in a linear system is a variable that corresponds to a pivot column in the coefficient matrix.Is this statement true or​ false?

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Answer:

The given statement is true.

Explanation:

A basic variable in a linear system is a variable that corresponds to a pivot column in the coefficient matrix.

The statement is true.

This statement is the definition of a basic variable.

We can also say that a basic variables are 'n' variables that can take any value other than zero.

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