Math Problem Statement

Given matrices B = [[1, -4], [3, 5]] and C = [[2, -5], [1, 7]], find a 2x2 matrix X such that X - C = 2B.

Solution

We are given the following matrices in the problem:

B=[1435],C=[2517]B = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -4 \\ 3 & 5 \end{bmatrix}, \quad C = \begin{bmatrix} 2 & -5 \\ 1 & 7 \end{bmatrix} and it is asked to find a matrix XX, where XC=2BX - C = 2B.

Step 1: Rearrange the equation

We start with the given equation: XC=2BX - C = 2B To isolate XX, add CC to both sides: X=2B+CX = 2B + C

Step 2: Compute 2B2B

Now, let's compute 2B2B: 2B=2×[1435]=[28610]2B = 2 \times \begin{bmatrix} 1 & -4 \\ 3 & 5 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 2 & -8 \\ 6 & 10 \end{bmatrix}

Step 3: Add 2B2B and CC

Next, add the matrices 2B2B and CC: X=[28610]+[2517]X = \begin{bmatrix} 2 & -8 \\ 6 & 10 \end{bmatrix} + \begin{bmatrix} 2 & -5 \\ 1 & 7 \end{bmatrix} X=[2+28+(5)6+110+7]=[413717]X = \begin{bmatrix} 2+2 & -8+(-5) \\ 6+1 & 10+7 \end{bmatrix} = \begin{bmatrix} 4 & -13 \\ 7 & 17 \end{bmatrix}

Thus, the matrix XX is: X=[413717]X = \begin{bmatrix} 4 & -13 \\ 7 & 17 \end{bmatrix}

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Related Questions:

  1. What are the properties of matrix addition and scalar multiplication used here?
  2. How do we multiply a matrix by a scalar?
  3. What is the determinant of matrix XX and how is it calculated?
  4. Can we find the inverse of matrix XX, and if so, how?
  5. How do we verify that matrix XX satisfies the equation XC=2BX - C = 2B?

Tip:

When adding or subtracting matrices, always ensure the dimensions are compatible (both matrices must have the same number of rows and columns).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Matrix operations
Linear algebra

Formulas

Matrix addition
Scalar multiplication

Theorems

Properties of matrix operations

Suitable Grade Level

College