SOLUTION: Determine the value of k for which the system of linear equations has no solution. 4x - y = -16 16x + ky = 11

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Question 507436: Determine the value of k for which the system of linear equations has no solution.
4x - y = -16
16x + ky = 11

Answer by ankor@dixie-net.com(22740) About Me  (Show Source):
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4x - y = -16
16x + ky = 11
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Multiply the 1st equation by 4
16x - 4y = -64
16x + ky = 11
It can be seen if k=-4, the system can't have a solution
16x - 4y = -64
16x - 4y = 11