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algebra

For what value of mm does this system have no solution? {y=3x+5y=mx+2\begin{cases} y = 3x + 5 \\ y = mx + 2 \end{cases}

A

m=2m = 2

B

m=3m = -3

C

m=5m = 5

D

m=3m = 3

Correct Answer: D

Choice D is the correct answer. For no solution, the lines must be parallel (same slope, different y-intercepts).

Analysis:

  • First line: slope = 3, y-intercept = 5
  • Second line: slope = mm, y-intercept = 2

Condition for no solution:

  • Same slope: m=3m = 3
  • Different y-intercepts: 5 eq25 \ eq 2 ✓ (already satisfied)

💡 Strategic Tip: Parallel lines in slope-intercept form have equal slopes but different y-intercepts.

Choice A is incorrect because m=2m = 2 gives lines with different slopes (2 and 3), which intersect at one point.

Choice B is incorrect because m=3m = -3 gives different slopes, so one solution.

Choice C is incorrect because m=5m = 5 gives different slopes, so one solution.