Math Problem Statement
Consider the following system of equations. w + x + y + z = 6 w + y + z = 4 w + y = 2 (∗) (a) List the leading variables . (b) List the free variables . (c) The general solution of (∗) (expressed in terms of the free variables) is ( , , , ) . (d) Suppose that a fourth equation −2w + y = 5 is included in the system (∗). What is the solution of the resulting system? Answer: ( , , , ). (e) Suppose that instead of the equation in part (d), the equation −2w − 2y = −3 is included in the system (∗). Then what can you say about the solution(s) of the resulting system? Answer: .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Algebra
System of Equations
Variables (Leading and Free)
Formulas
General form of linear system of equations
Gaussian elimination method
Theorems
Solution to linear systems
Unique, infinite, or no solutions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12
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