For what value of k, the system of equations and has no solution?
For what value of k, the system of equations and has no solution?
Solution
A system of two linear equations has no solution when the lines are parallel. This occurs when the lines have equal slopes but different y-intercepts.
Converting the first equation to slope-intercept form:
The slope is and the y-intercept is .
Converting the second equation to slope-intercept form:
The slope is and the y-intercept is .
For the lines to be parallel, the slopes must be equal:
When , the y-intercepts are:
First equation:
Second equation:
Since , the lines are parallel with different y-intercepts, confirming no solution exists.
Therefore, .
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