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The system of equations shown is solved using the linear combination methodWhat does 0 = 0 mean regarding the solution to the system?

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There are no solutions to the system because the equations represent parallel lines.
B
There are no solutions to the system because the equations represent the same line.
C
There are infinitely many solutions to the system because the equations represent parallel lines.
D
There are infinitely many solutions to the system because the equations represent the same line.
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Karina uses the system of equations below to compare the monthly utility costs in July and December for electricity, x, and natural gas, y. 750x + 17y = 141.61300x + 30y = 75.90

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The cost of natural gas is $0.17 per unit.
B
The cost of natural gas is $0.20 per unit.
C
The cost of natural gas is $0.72 per unit.
D
The cost of natural gas is $0.83 per unit.
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A personal trainer designs exercise plans based on a combination of strength-training and aerobic exercise. A beginner plan has 15 minutes per session of strength-training and 20 minutes per session of aerobic exercise for a total of 90 minutes of exercise in a week. An advanced plan has 20 minutes per session of strength-training and 30 minutes of aerobic exercise for a total of 130 minutes of exercise in a week.

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Each plan utilizes a combination of 2 strength-training sessions and 2 aerobic exercise sessions per week.
B
Each plan utilizes a combination of 2 strength-training sessions and 3 aerobic exercise sessions per week.
C
Each plan utilizes a combination of 3 strength-training sessions and 2 aerobic exercise sessions per week.
D
Each plan utilizes a combination of 3 strength-training sessions and 3 aerobic exercise sessions per week.
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To eliminate the x terms and solve for y in the fewest steps, by which constants should the equations be multiplied by before adding the equations together? First equation: Second equation:

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The first equation should be multiplied by 3 and the second equation by -5.
B
The first equation should be multiplied by 3 and the second equation by 5.
C
The first equation should be multiplied by 7 and the second equation by -6.
D
The first equation should be multiplied by 7 and the second equation by 6.
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Which statement is true about the equations –3x + 4y = 12 and x – y = 1?

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The system of the equations has exactly one solution at (–8, 3).
B
The system of the equations has exactly one solution at (–4, 3).
C
The system of the equations has no solution; the two lines are parallel.
D
The system of the equations has an infinite number of solutions represented by either equation.
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The system of equations below has no solution.

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Four-thirds x = 42
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Option B
C
Fifteen-halves y = 33
Option C
D
0 = 0
Option D

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