Question: Solve using the elimination method. Also determine whether each system is consistent or inconsistent and whether the equations are dependent or independent. Use a graphing

Solve using the elimination method. Also determine whether each system is consistent or inconsistent and whether the equations are dependent or independent. Use a graphing calculator to check your answer.
a. x + 2y = 7,
x - 2y = -5
b. 3x + 4y = -2,
-3x - 5y = 1
c. x - 3y = 2,
6x + 5y = -34

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