SOLUTION: Find the value of k so that the point P lies on line L. P(2,1), L: 3x + ky= 8

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Question 51145: Find the value of k so that the point P lies on line L.
P(2,1), L: 3x + ky= 8

Answer by THANApHD(104)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

3x+ky = 8
ky = 8 - 3x
y = 8/k - 3x/k ( standerd form of linear equation)

substitude the values
1= (8 - 3*2)/k
1= 2/K
K*1= 2
K = 2


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