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