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algebra

Is the point (6,3)(6, 3) a solution to the system? {x2y=03x+y=21\begin{cases} x - 2y = 0 \\ 3x + y = 21 \end{cases}

A

Only for the first equation

B

Cannot be determined

C

Yes

D

No

Correct Answer: C

Choice C is the correct answer. To verify if (6,3)(6, 3) is a solution, we substitute x=6x = 6 and y=3y = 3 into both equations.

First equation: x2y=0x - 2y = 062(3)=66=06 - 2(3) = 6 - 6 = 0 ✓ (True)

Second equation: 3x+y=213x + y = 213(6)+3=18+3=213(6) + 3 = 18 + 3 = 21 ✓ (True)

Since the point satisfies both equations, it is a solution to the system.

💡 Strategic Tip: A point is only a solution if it works for ALL equations in the system.

Choice A is incorrect because the point satisfies both equations, not just the first one.

Choice B is incorrect because we can always determine if a point is a solution through substitution.

Choice D is incorrect because the point does satisfy both equations.