Find the Inverse of a Matrix Using Elementary Row Transformations

Math Problem Statement

Find the inverse of the matrix [3 1 2; 2 -3 -1; 1 2 1] using elementary row transformation.

The task asks for the inverse of the matrix:

3 & 1 & 2 \\ 2 & -3 & -1 \\ 1 & 2 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$$ using **elementary row transformations**. To find the inverse using row transformations, we augment the matrix $$A$$ with the identity matrix $$I$$, and perform Gaussian elimination to transform $$A$$ into the identity matrix. As a result, the identity matrix will be transformed into $$A^{-1}$$. The augmented matrix starts as: $$\left[\begin{array}{ccc|ccc} 3 & 1 & 2 & 1 & 0 & 0 \\ 2 & -3 & -1 & 0 & 1 & 0 \\ 1 & 2 & 1 & 0 & 0 & 1 \end{array}\right]$$ Now, let's proceed with the row transformations to find the inverse. I'll calculate the steps.The inverse of the matrix $$A$$ using elementary row transformations is: $$A^{-1} = \begin{bmatrix} -0.125 & 0.375 & 0.625 \\ -0.375 & 0.125 & 0.875 \\ 0.875 & -0.625 & -1.375 \end{bmatrix}$$ Would you like me to go over the steps in more detail or clarify anything? Here are some related questions you might find helpful: 1. What are the steps for performing row transformations in matrix inversion? 2. How does the Gaussian elimination method work for finding inverses? 3. Can all square matrices be inverted using elementary row operations? 4. What happens if a matrix is singular when attempting to find its inverse? 5. How is matrix inversion used in solving systems of linear equations? **Tip:** Always check if the determinant of a matrix is non-zero before attempting to find its inverse. If the determinant is zero, the matrix does not have an inverse.

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