SOLUTION: Solve the system of equations. If the system has no solution, say that it is inconsistent. 15x-6y=6 8x+4y=2 X=_____ Y=_____

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Question 1069568: Solve the system of equations. If the system has no solution, say that it is inconsistent.
15x-6y=6
8x+4y=2
X=_____ Y=_____
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Solve the system of equations. If the system has no solution, say that it is inconsistent.
15x-6y=6
8x+4y=2
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Simplify::
5x - 2y = 3
4x + 2y = 1
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9x = 4
x = 4/9
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Solve for "y"::
4(4/9) + 2y = 1
2y = 1 - 16/9
2y = -7/9
y = -7/18
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X= 4/9 ; Y= -7/18
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Ans: Consistent
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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