Math Problem Statement

Solve the system algebraically: 2x + y - 3z = 9, 4x - 2y + 2z = 6, 2x - 2y - 3z = 0.

Solution

The system of equations shown in the image is:

1. \ 2x + y - 3z &= 9 \\ 2. \ 4x - 2y + 2z &= 6 \\ 3. \ 2x - 2y - 3z &= 0 \\ \end{aligned}$$ To solve this system algebraically, let's proceed step by step: ### Step 1: Eliminate one variable (e.g., $$z$$) We'll use equations (1) and (3) to eliminate $$z$$. - Multiply equation (1) by 2 to match the coefficient of $$z$$ in equation (3): $$2(2x + y - 3z) = 2(9) \implies 4x + 2y - 6z = 18$$ - Now subtract equation (3) from this: $$(4x + 2y - 6z) - (2x - 2y - 3z) = 18 - 0$$ Simplifying: $$2x + 4y - 3z = 18 \implies 2x + 4y = 18 \implies x + 2y = 9 \quad (Equation 4)$$ ### Step 2: Use another pair of equations Now let's use equation (2) and (3) to eliminate $$z$$. - Add equation (2) and (3) to eliminate $$z$$: $$(4x - 2y + 2z) + (2x - 2y - 3z) = 6 + 0$$ Simplifying: $$6x - 4y - z = 6 \quad (Equation 5)$$ ### Step 3: Solve for $$x$$ and $$y$$ We now have two simpler equations to solve: 1. $$x + 2y = 9$$ (from step 1) 2. $$6x - 4y - z = 6$$ (from step 2) At this point, substitute values back into original system

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Systems of Linear Equations

Formulas

Substitution method
Elimination method

Theorems

Gaussian elimination

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12