Determine if the given system is consistent. Do not completely solve the system.
2x_1 + 4x_3 = 8
x_2 - 2x_4 = 2
-5x_2 + 4x_3 + 2x_4 = 2
4x_1 + 6x_4 = -2
Choose the correct answer below.
A.
The system is consistent because the augmented matrix of the system
cannot be reduced to triangular form.
B.
The system is consistent because the augmented matrix of the system
can be reduced to triangular form.
C.
The system is inconsistent because the augmented matrix of the
system cannot be reduced to triangular form.
D.
The system is inconsistent because the augmented matrix of the
system can be reduced to triangular form.
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