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Set 12: Linear Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

If 2x+3y=122x + 3y = 12 and 4x+ky=244x + ky = 24 represent the same line, what is kk?

A.

66

✓ Correct
B.

33

C.

1212

D.

88

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. Proportional coefficients. 1. Ratio: 4x/2x=24x / 2 x = 2. 2. Apply: 3y×2=6y3y \times 2 = 6 y. 3. Result: k=6k = 6. Strategic Tip: Multiply the entire first equation by 2. Choice B is incorrect. Choice C is incorrect. Choice D is incorrect.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 66

Why others are wrong:
B: Choice B is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
D: Choice D is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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