Math Problem Statement
Solution
The given problem involves solving a matrix equation to find matrix . The equation is:
To solve for , we can rewrite the equation as:
Steps:
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Find the inverse of the matrix : The formula for the inverse of a 2x2 matrix is:
where .
For :
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Determinant .
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Inverse:
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Multiply the inverse matrix with :
Performing the matrix multiplication:
Final Answer:
If you need further explanation or have more questions, let me know! Here are related questions for deeper understanding:
- How is the determinant of a 2x2 matrix calculated?
- Why do we use the inverse of a matrix to solve such equations?
- Can this method be extended to higher-order matrices?
- What happens if the determinant of a matrix is zero?
- How can we verify the solution of a matrix equation?
Tip: Always check the
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Matrix Algebra
Matrix Inverse
Matrix Multiplication
Determinants
Formulas
Matrix Inverse: A^{-1} = (1/det(A)) * \begin{pmatrix} d & -b \\ -c & a \end{pmatrix}
Matrix Multiplication: C = A \cdot B, \text{where } C_{ij} = \sum_k A_{ik}B_{kj}
Theorems
Inverse of a Matrix (for 2x2 matrices)
Matrix Multiplication Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12