SOLUTION: Determine the value of k for which the system of linear equations has no solution. 2x - y = -15 8x + ky = 14

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Question 652101: Determine the value of k for which the system of linear equations has no solution.
2x - y = -15
8x + ky = 14
Answer by shweta(56) About Me  (Show Source):
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Given
2x-y=-15
8x+ky=14
They have no solution ,so
2/8=-1/k
1/4=-1/k
k=-4