Classify the system as consistent or inconsistent, and dependent or independent.
--10x - 2y = 10 5x - y = -5
A) Consistent and independent
B) Inconsistent and independent
C) Inconsistent and dependent
D) Consistent and dependent

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The system is consistent and independent because it has a unique solution. Multiplying the second equation by 2 gives -10x - 2y = 10, which is not proportional to the first equation, indicating they intersect at a single point.

Classify the System as Consistent or Inconsistent, and Dependent or Independent