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algebra

How many solutions does this system have? {6x+9y=122x+3y=5\begin{cases} 6x + 9y = 12 \\ 2x + 3y = 5 \end{cases}

A

Exactly one solution

B

No solution

C

Infinitely many solutions

D

Cannot be determined

Correct Answer: B

Choice B is the correct answer. Let's check the relationship.

Step 1: Divide the first equation by 3: 6x+9y3=123\frac{6x + 9y}{3} = \frac{12}{3}2x+3y=42x + 3y = 4

Step 2: Compare with the second equation:

  • Our result: 2x+3y=42x + 3y = 4
  • Given: 2x+3y=52x + 3y = 5

Left sides match, but 4 eq54 \ eq 5Parallel lines, no solution

💡 Strategic Tip: When simplification gives different constants for the same left side, the system has no solution.

Choice A is incorrect because one solution requires different slopes.

Choice C is incorrect because infinite solutions requires both sides to match.

Choice D is incorrect because we can always determine this.