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Matrix Multiplication and Inverses Guide

The document provides a study guide on matrix multiplication, inverses, and determinants, detailing the conditions for multiplying matrices and how to find the product. It explains the concept of inverse matrices and determinants, including how to determine if a matrix is invertible. Exercises are included for practice on these concepts.

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NAME _____________________________________________ DATE ____________________________ PERIOD _____________

6-2 Study Guide and Intervention


Matrix Multiplication, Inverses, and Determinants
Multiply Matrices To multiply matrix A by matrix B, the number of columns in A must be equal to the number of rows
in B. If A has dimensions m × r and B has dimensions r × n, their product, AB, is an m × n matrix. If the number of
columns in A does not equal the number of rows in B, the matrices cannot be multiplied.

𝑎 𝑏 𝑒 𝑓 𝑎𝑒 + 𝑏𝑔 𝑎𝑓 + 𝑏ℎ
[ ] ⋅[ ] =[ ]
𝑐 𝑑 𝑔 ℎ 𝑐𝑒 + 𝑑𝑔 𝑐𝑓 + 𝑑ℎ

Example: Use matrices A = [ 𝟒 −𝟐] and B =[−𝟏 𝟐 𝟑


]to find AB, if possible.
−𝟏 𝟑 −𝟐 𝟒 −𝟏
4 −2 −1 2 3
AB = [ ]⋅[ ]
−1 3 −2 4 −1

A is a 2 × 2 matrix and B is a 2 × 3 matrix. Because the number of columns for A is equal to the number of rows for B,
the product AB exists.

To find the first entry in AB, write the sum of the products of the entries in row 1 of A and in column 1 of B.

4 −2 −1 2 3
[ ]⋅[ ]= [𝟒(– 𝟏) + (– 𝟐)(– 𝟐)]
−1 3 −2 4 −1

Follow this same procedure to find the entry for row 1, column 2 of AB.

4 −2 −1 2 3 [𝟒(– ) ( )( ) ( ) ( )( )]
[ ]⋅[ ]= 𝟏 + –𝟐 –𝟐 𝟒 𝟐 + –𝟐 𝟒
−1 3 −2 4 −1

Continue multiplying each row by each column to find the sum for each entry.

4 −2 −1 2 3 4(−1) + (−2)(−2) 4(2) + (−2)(4) 4(3) + (−2)(−1)


[ ]⋅[ ]= [ ]
−1 3 −2 4 −1 (−1)(−1) + 3(−2) (−1)(2) + 3(4) (−1)(3) + 3(−1)

Then simplify each sum.

4 −2 −1 2 3 0 0 14
[ ]⋅[ ]= [ ]
−1 3 −2 4 −1 −5 10 −6

Exercises
Find AB and BA, if possible.
2 4 −1 5 −1 3 −2 4 0
1. A = [ ], B = [ ] 2. A = [ ], B = [ ]
−3 −1 0 −2 −3 2 −3 −1 2

Chapter 6 11 Glencoe Precalculus


NAME _____________________________________________ DATE ____________________________ PERIOD _____________

6-2 Study Guide and Intervention(continued)


Matrix Multiplication, Inverses, and Determinants
Inverses and Determinants The identity matrix is an n × n matrix consisting of all 1s on its main diagonal, from
upper left to lower right, and 0s for all other elements. Let𝐼𝑛 be the identity matrix of order n and let A be an n × n matrix.
If there exists a matrix B such that AB = BA = 𝐼𝑛 , then B is called the inverse of A and is written as 𝐴−1 . If a matrixhas an
inverse, it is invertible. The determinant of a 2 × 2 matrix can be used to determine whether or not a matrix is invertible.
𝑎 𝑏 ], 1
[ 𝑑 −𝑏].
If A =[ det(A) = ad –cb. If ad –cb ≠ 0, then 𝐴−1 =
𝑐 𝑑 𝑎𝑑 −𝑐𝑏 −𝑐 𝑎
𝟕 −𝟒 𝟑 𝟒
Determine whether A = [ ] and B = [ ]are inverse matrices.
−𝟓 𝟑 𝟓 𝟕

If A and B are inverse matrices, then AB = BA = I.

7 −4 3 4 7(3) + (−4)(5) 7(4) + (−4)(7) 1 0


AB = [ ]⋅[ ]=[ ] or [ ]
−5 3 5 7 −5(3) + 3(5) −5(4) + 3(7) 0 1

3 4 7 −4 3(7) + 4(−5) 3(−4) + 4(3) 1 0


BA = [ ]⋅[ ]=[ ] or [ ]
5 7 −5 3 5(7) + 7(−5) 5(−4) + 7(3) 0 1

Because AB = BA = I, B = 𝐴−1 and A = 𝐵−1 .

𝟐 −𝟐
Find the determinant of A = [ ].Then find 𝑨−𝟏 , if it exists.
𝟑 −𝟔
2 −2 1 −6 2
det(A) = | | A−1 = − 6 [ ]
3 −6 −3 2
1
1 −
3
= 2(–6) –3(–2) or –6 = [1 1]
2
−3
Since det(A) ≠ 0, A is invertible.

Exercises
Determine whether A and B are inverse matrices. Explain your reasoning.

11 5], 1 −5] 3 2], 1 5


1. A=[ B=[ 2.A = [ B=[ ]
2 1 −2 11 4 1 4 3

5 −1
3. Find the determinant of A = [ ]. Then find 𝐴−1 , if it exists.
−10 2

3 2
4. Find the determinant of A = [ ]. Then find 𝐴−1 , if it exists.
1 −1

Chapter 6 12 Glencoe Precalculus

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A matrix with a determinant of zero is singular, meaning it has no inverse and is non-invertible. A 0 determinant implies that the matrix represents a linear transformation that collapses to a lower dimension, losing its volume scaling ability . This is critical for invertibility: only matrices with a non-zero determinant can have an inverse, fundamentally affecting their applicability in solving systems of equations .

The identity matrix functions as the multiplicative identity in matrix algebra, similar to the number 1 in regular arithmetic. It is an n×n matrix with 1s on its main diagonal and 0s elsewhere. When any matrix is multiplied by its inverse, the result is the identity matrix, confirming the matrix's invertibility . This relationship allows the determination of inverse matrices by ensuring that their product yields the identity matrix .

The determinant of a 2x2 matrix A = [a b; c d] is calculated as det(A) = ad - bc . A matrix is invertible if its determinant is not zero. If so, the inverse is calculated as A^(-1) = (1/det(A)) * [d -b; -c a]. This transformation ensures that multiplying the matrix by its inverse yields the identity matrix.

A 2x3 matrix cannot have an inverse because inverses exist only for square matrices, those with equal numbers of rows and columns (n×n). This restriction arises as only square matrices can lead to identity matrices under multiplication with their inverse, a foundational property ensuring their unique invertibility feature . This constraint highlights the importance of matrix form in determining problem-solving applicability in linear algebra.

To multiply two matrices, the number of columns in the first matrix (A) must be equal to the number of rows in the second matrix (B). For example, if A is a 2x2 matrix and B is a 2x3 matrix, A can be multiplied by B, resulting in a 2x3 matrix. The product matrix is obtained by taking the sum of the products of the corresponding entries of rows from matrix A and columns from matrix B .

Error-checking involves ensuring the determinant is computed correctly: det(A) = ad-bc must not equal zero to infer invertibility. Additionally, verify each arithmetic step involved in computing the inverse, particularly when applying the formula A^(-1) = 1/det(A) * [d -b; -c a]. Double-check each entry in both the determinant and inverse calculations to validate accuracy . Consistent cross-referencing results against expected residuals (e.g., identity matrix in verification) further ensures precision.

Matrix multiplication helps in solving systems of linear equations by expressing the system as a matrix equation Ax = B, where A is the coefficient matrix, x is the column matrix of variables, and B is the constants matrix. If A is a 2x2 matrix and invertible, the solution can be found using x = A^(-1)B. For a 2x2 matrix system: solve by finding the inverse of A and multiplying it with B if the dimensions match, ensuring valid multiplication .

For matrix A = [7 -4; -5 3], calculate the determinant as det(A) = (7*3) - (-4*-5) = 21 - 20 = 1. Since det(A) ≠ 0, A is invertible. Calculate the inverse using A^(-1) = 1/det(A) * [3 4; 5 7], yielding A^(-1) = [3 4; 5 7] after simplifying. This step-by-step process ensures that each element is correctly calculated .

To verify if two matrices A and B are inverses, compute both of their products, AB and BA. If both products result in the identity matrix I, then A and B are inverses . For example, if AB = BA = I for 2x2 matrices, they are inverses of each other. This requires both matrix multiplications, AB and BA, to be explicitly calculated .

Matrix dimensions determine multiplication feasibility through the alignment of columns in the first matrix and rows in the second. If matrix A is m×r and B is r×n, they are compatible for multiplication, resulting in an m×n matrix. Non-compatible dimensions prevent multiplication, emphasizing the need for considering structural rules in matrix operations . Ignoring this can result in undefined operations and errors in computations.

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