Math Problem Statement

Solve the matrix equation: [1 -4; 5 -19] * X = [3 3; -3 -6], where X = [-69 -81; 12 9].

Solution

This matrix equation appears to involve solving for matrix XX. The general form of the equation is:

[14519]X=[3336]\begin{bmatrix} 1 & -4 \\ 5 & -19 \end{bmatrix} X = \begin{bmatrix} 3 & 3 \\ -3 & -6 \end{bmatrix} and X=[6981129]X = \begin{bmatrix} -69 & -81 \\ 12 & 9 \end{bmatrix}

To solve this:

  1. Multiply the first matrix on the left-hand side by XX to express the system in terms of the unknown matrix.
  2. Set the resulting matrix equal to the right-hand matrix, [3336]\begin{bmatrix} 3 & 3 \\ -3 & -6 \end{bmatrix}.
  3. Then substitute the known value of XX into this equation to verify if it satisfies the original equation.

Would you like a detailed step-by-step solution for this matrix multiplication and verification?

Here are 5 related questions to extend this:

  1. How do we solve matrix equations in general?
  2. What are some methods to verify solutions of matrix equations?
  3. Can matrix multiplication be done element-wise?
  4. What is the significance of matrix inverses in solving such systems?
  5. How would this problem change if one of the matrices was singular?

Tip: Always check the determinant of square matrices when dealing with inverses; a zero determinant indicates that the matrix is singular and not invertible.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Linear Algebra
Matrix Multiplication
Systems of Equations

Formulas

Matrix multiplication: (AB)_{ij} = Σ A_{ik} B_{kj}

Theorems

Properties of Matrix Multiplication
Matrix Equations

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate level, Linear Algebra