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For which value of does the pair and have no solution?

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  • A6
  • B−6
  • C3
  • D−3

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No solution needs a₁/a₂ = ₁/₂ ≠ c₁/c₂. From we get , so = ±6. If all three ratios equal 1/2 (infinitely many solutions). If the first two ratios are −1/2 while , so gives no solution.
Answer: B) −6

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