Math Problem Statement

Solve the system below with the elimination method. Submit your answer as an ordered pair (x,y) without spaces. If there is more than one solution, enter (x,mx-b) where m and b are integers. If there is no solution, write: No Solution

6x - 10y = 3

1.5x - 2.5y = -0.75

Solution

To solve the given system of equations using the elimination method, we start by writing down the equations:

6x10y=36x - 10y = 3 1.5x2.5y=0.751.5x - 2.5y = -0.75

First, let's clear the decimal in the second equation by multiplying it by 4:

4×(1.5x2.5y)=4×(0.75)4 \times (1.5x - 2.5y) = 4 \times (-0.75)

This simplifies to:

6x10y=36x - 10y = -3

Now, we have the system:

6x10y=36x - 10y = 3 6x10y=36x - 10y = -3

Next, we subtract the second equation from the first equation:

(6x10y)(6x10y)=3(3)(6x - 10y) - (6x - 10y) = 3 - (-3)

This simplifies to:

0=60 = 6

Since this is a contradiction (0 does not equal 6), it means that there is no solution to the system of equations. Therefore, the system is inconsistent.

Thus, the answer is:

No Solution\text{No Solution}

Do you want details or have any questions? Here are some questions you might want to ask:

  1. How do you solve systems of equations using the substitution method?
  2. Can you explain the graphing method for solving systems of equations?
  3. What are some real-life applications of solving systems of equations?
  4. How do you determine if a system of equations has infinitely many solutions?
  5. Can you solve a system of equations involving three variables?

Tip: Always check your final results by substituting back into the original equations to ensure accuracy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Systems of Linear Equations
Elimination Method

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12