Math Problem Statement
Solve the matrix equation 2XplusAequalsB for X if Aequalsleft bracket Start 3 By 2 Matrix 1st Row 1st Column negative 2 2nd Column negative 7 2nd Row 1st Column 0 2nd Column 7 3rd Row 1st Column negative 3 2nd Column 4 EndMatrix right bracket and Bequalsleft bracket Start 3 By 2 Matrix 1st Row 1st Column 6 2nd Column negative 5 2nd Row 1st Column 6 2nd Column 2 3rd Row 1st Column 1 2nd Column 6 EndMatrix right bracket .
Solution
To solve the matrix equation for , we first need to isolate .
Step-by-Step Solution:
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Matrix Equation:
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Isolate : Subtract from both sides:
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Divide by 2:
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Substitute the Given Matrices for and :
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Calculate :
= \begin{bmatrix} 8 & 2 \\ 6 & -5 \\ 4 & 2 \end{bmatrix}$$ -
Calculate :
= \begin{bmatrix} 4 & 1 \\ 3 & -2.5 \\ 2 & 1 \end{bmatrix}$$
Final Answer:
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Tip: Remember that in matrix operations, each element's position is crucial. The operations are carried out element-wise, which differs from traditional algebraic operations!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Matrix Equations
Matrix Addition and Subtraction
Scalar Multiplication
Formulas
2X + A = B
X = (1/2) * (B - A)
Theorems
Properties of Matrices
Distributive Property of Matrices
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12