SOLUTION: (1 pt) Solve the given system, using the substitution method. y = 3x – 4 9x – 3y = 14 A. There is no solution. B. (12, 14)

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Question 994661:
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Solve the given system, using the substitution method.

y = 3x – 4
9x – 3y = 14




A.

There is no solution.


B.

(12, 14)


C.

(14, 12)


D.

There are an infinite number of solutions.

Answer by stanbon(75887)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve the given system, using the substitution method.
y = 3x – 4
9x – 3y = 14
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9x-3(3x-4) = 14
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9x - 9x + 12 = 14
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12 = 14
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That is a contradiction.
Ans: No solution
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Cheers,
Stan H.

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