Math Problem Statement
find the eigenvalues and eigenvectors of A where A is a 2x2 matrix with entries a=1, b=1, c=-1, d=1
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Algebra
Eigenvalues
Eigenvectors
Complex Numbers
Matrix Theory
Formulas
Characteristic equation: det(A - λI) = 0
Matrix subtraction: A - λI
Determinant of a 2x2 matrix: det([[a, b], [c, d]]) = ad - bc
Solving for eigenvectors: (A - λI) * v = 0
Theorems
Eigenvalue Theorem
Properties of complex eigenvalues
Determinant calculation
Suitable Grade Level
University Level (Advanced Linear Algebra)