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For what value of p, system of equations 2x + py = 8 and x + y = 6 have no solution.

2x + py – 8 = 0


x + y – 6 = 0


Here a1 = 2, a2 = 1


b1 = p, b2 = 1


c1= –8, c2 = –6


Now,





For no solution


So,



Hence ,


⇒ p = 2


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