How many solutions does the system of equations below have?−3x−3y+3z=−2x+y−z=−1−x−y+z=−7Choices:(A)no solution(B)one solution(C)infinitely many solutions
Q. How many solutions does the system of equations below have?−3x−3y+3z=−2x+y−z=−1−x−y+z=−7Choices:(A)no solution(B)one solution(C)infinitely many solutions
Addition to Eliminate Variables: First, let's add the second and third equations to eliminate x and y. (x+y−z)+(−x−y+z)=−1+(−7)This simplifies to 0x+0y+0z=−8, which is a contradiction since 0 cannot equal −8.
Identifying Contradiction: Since we have a contradiction, it means that the system of equations has no solution.
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