Math Problem Statement
You are given that the eigenvalues of a matrix A are 3, 2 and 2. Is A invertible? Your answer can be “yes”,“no” or “depends”. Give arguments and/or example to support your answer.
Solution
The answer is "yes".
A matrix is invertible if and only if none of its eigenvalues are zero. This is because the determinant of a matrix is the product of its eigenvalues, and a matrix is invertible if its determinant is non-zero.
In this case, the eigenvalues of are 3, 2, and 2. Since none of these eigenvalues is zero, the determinant of is non-zero. The determinant can be calculated as:
Since the determinant is non-zero, the matrix is invertible.
To summarize:
- Eigenvalues of are 3, 2, and 2.
- The determinant of is non-zero.
- Therefore, is invertible.
Do you want any more details, or have further questions?
Here are five related questions:
- How is the determinant of a matrix related to its eigenvalues?
- What does it mean geometrically if a matrix has an eigenvalue of 0?
- How can you determine if a matrix is singular based on its eigenvalues?
- How do the eigenvalues affect the condition number of a matrix?
- How can you find the eigenvalues of a matrix from its characteristic equation?
Tip: The product of eigenvalues equals the determinant of a matrix, and their sum equals the trace of the matrix.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Algebra
Eigenvalues
Matrix Invertibility
Formulas
det(A) = λ1 × λ2 × λ3 (where λ1, λ2, λ3 are the eigenvalues)
Theorems
A matrix is invertible if and only if its determinant is non-zero.
Suitable Grade Level
Undergraduate Level