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Conditions for a system of linear equations to have a unique solution

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When a system of linear equations has no solution, what does it mean?

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The lines coincide.

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The lines intersect at a point.

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The lines are parallel.

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The lines are perpendicular to each other.

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Solution

The correct option is C
The lines are parallel.

The lines are parallel.

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