How many solutions exist for the system of equations 3x+y=18 3x+y=16

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asked May 19, 2021 235k views

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Dflorey · Answer 1 · 2021-05-20T23:55:27+0000

Answer:

The number of solutions is 0.

Explanation:

The x and y terms are equal. The constants are different. The lines are parallel. No solution.

Kenneth Mwangi · Answer 2 · 2021-05-24T01:53:34+0000

Answer:

no solutions

Explanation:

Subtract the two equations

3x+y=18

-(3x+y=16)

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0 + 0 = -2

0 does not equal negative 2

This is never true so there are no solutions