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algebra

What is true about this system? {5x10y=15x2y=3\begin{cases} 5x - 10y = 15 \\ x - 2y = 3 \end{cases}

A

The system has no solution

B

The system has one solution

C

The lines are identical

D

The lines are perpendicular

Correct Answer: C

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

Step 1: Divide the first equation by 5: 5x10y5=155\frac{5x - 10y}{5} = \frac{15}{5}x2y=3x - 2y = 3

This is exactly the second equation!

Conclusion: The lines are identical (coincident), meaning infinitely many solutions.

💡 Strategic Tip: Identical lines are a special case—they have infinitely many solutions because every point on one line is also on the other.

Choice A is incorrect because no solution requires parallel lines with different constants.

Choice B is incorrect because one solution requires different slopes.

Choice D is incorrect because both lines have the same slope (12\frac{1}{2}), not perpendicular slopes.