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How many solutions exist for the system of equations below?

(3x+y=18
(3x+y=16
none
one
two
infinitely many​

User Ervin
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Answer:

A. none

Explanation:

User Akas Antony
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Explanation:

3x + y = 18 and 3x + y = 16

=> 18 = 3x + y = 16.

However the equality 18 = 16 is false for any real values of x and y. Hence there are no real solutions.

User Khalid Rahaman
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