Math Problem Statement

Determine whether the given matrices are inverses of each other by computing their product. A = [[5, 1], [2, -1]], B = [[-1, 1], [2, -4]]

Solution

The product of the given matrices AA and BB is:

A×B=[3146]A \times B = \begin{bmatrix} -3 & 1 \\ -4 & 6 \end{bmatrix}

Since this product is not the identity matrix, AA and BB are not inverses of each other. The correct answer is option B: "The given matrices are not inverses of each other because their product is the matrix [3146]\begin{bmatrix} -3 & 1 \\ -4 & 6 \end{bmatrix}."

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Here are five related questions for further understanding:

  1. What is the identity matrix, and how is it used to verify matrix inverses?
  2. How can you calculate the inverse of a matrix?
  3. What are the properties of matrix multiplication?
  4. Can non-square matrices have inverses?
  5. What happens if you reverse the order of multiplication in this case?

Tip: When multiplying matrices, the order matters—A×BB×AA \times B \neq B \times A in general (this is called non-commutative property of matrix multiplication).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Matrix Multiplication
Inverse of a Matrix

Formulas

Matrix Product Formula
Conditions for Matrix Inverses: A * B = I (Identity Matrix)

Theorems

Matrix Multiplication Theorem
Inverse Matrix Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12