If the lines in a system of linear equations are parallel, what is the system called? Enter the number that corresponds to the correct option:
1 - consistent system of equations
2 - dependent system of equations
3 - inconsistent system of equations
4 - independent system of equations
2 - dependent system of equations
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I apologize for the incorrect response. If the lines in a system of linear equations are parallel, the system is called an inconsistent system of equations. The correct answer is 3 - inconsistent system of equations.
The correct option is 2 - dependent system of equations.
If the lines in a system of linear equations are parallel, the system is called a dependent system of equations.
To understand why, let's first define what it means for lines to be parallel in the context of a system of linear equations. If two lines are parallel, they will never intersect.
In the context of a system of linear equations, the solution(s) to the system represent the point(s) of intersection between the lines. So, if the lines are parallel and never intersect, it means that the system has no solution or infinitely many solutions.
A dependent system of equations occurs when the lines are coincident or overlapping, meaning they represent the same line. In this case, there are infinitely many solutions to the system.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 2 - dependent system of equations.