If the equations 3x + 4y = 12 and 6x + 8y = 24 are given, what can be concluded about these equation

A. They are independent.

B. They are inconsistent.

C. They are dependent.

D. They have no solution.

E. None of the above

Answer: C. They are dependent.

The second equation is a multiple of the first, indicating they represent the same line.

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