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Introduction to Matrices
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Problem 20a
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Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 14–27, perform the indicated matrix operations given that and D are defined as follows. If an operation is not defined, state the reason. -5(A+D)
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Key Concepts
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Matrix Addition
Matrix addition involves combining two matrices of the same dimensions by adding their corresponding elements. For example, if A and D are both 2x2 matrices, the sum A + D is obtained by adding each element in A to the corresponding element in D. This operation is only defined when both matrices have the same size.
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Scalar Multiplication
Scalar multiplication refers to the process of multiplying each element of a matrix by a scalar (a single number). In the expression -5(A + D), the result of the matrix addition A + D is multiplied by -5, which scales each element of the resulting matrix by -5. This operation is defined for any matrix regardless of its dimensions.
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Matrix Dimensions
Matrix dimensions describe the size of a matrix in terms of rows and columns, denoted as 'm x n' where m is the number of rows and n is the number of columns. Understanding the dimensions is crucial for determining whether matrix operations, such as addition or multiplication, can be performed. If A and D do not share the same dimensions, the operation A + D is undefined.
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