If x = 3, y = – 2 satisfies 2x – 3y = k, then find the value of k.

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Given equation, 2x – 3y = k

For the point, (3, – 2), x = 3 and y = – 2

Put the values of x and y in 2x – 3y = k

⇒ 2×3 – 3×( – 2) = k

⇒ 6 –( – 6) = k

⇒ 6 + 6 = k

⇒ k = 12