On comparing the ratios of the coefficients, find out whether the pair of equations x – 2y =0 and 3x + 4y -20 =0 is consistent or inconsistent.

The pair of equations is consistent

Step-by-step explanation:

A consistent system of equations has at least one solution

An inconsistent system has no solution

In the system of equations ax + by = c and dx + ey = f, if

∵ x - 2y = 0

∴ The coefficient of x ⇒ a = 1

∴ The coefficient of y ⇒ b = -2

∴ The numerical term ⇒ c = 0

∵ 3x + 4y - 20 = 0

→ Add 20 to both sides

∴ 3x + 4y - 20 + 20 = 0 + 20

∴ 3x + 4y = 20

∵ The coefficient of x ⇒ d = 3

∵ The coefficient of y ⇒ e = 4

∵ The numerical term ⇒ f = 20

∵ a ≠ d

∵ b ≠ e

∵ c ≠ f

∵   =

∵   = =

∴ ≠

→ By using rule 3 above

∴ The pair of equations is consistent

x = -5

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