Suppose the line L has equation 2x + 3y = 5 and the line M has equation x + 4y = -5. Use Gauss-Jordan elimination method to determine whether L and M intersect in one point, are distinct but parallel, or coincide.

What will be an ideal response?


L and M intersect in one point: (7, -3).

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