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Identify the core assignment prompt, which includes solving various linear algebra problems: finding matrices satisfying specific commutation relations, computing matrix inverses and factorizations, analyzing matrix properties, and solving systems of linear equations. Additionally, determine the truth value of certain matrix statements and provide brief justifications for each.

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In this paper, we explore a collection of fundamental concepts and problem-solving techniques in linear algebra, focusing on matrix operations, properties, and systems of equations. These concepts are essential for understanding matrices' behavior and are widely applied across mathematics, physics, engineering, and computer science.

Problem 1: Commutation of Matrices

Given a matrix A, the task is to determine all matrices B = [a b c d] such that A B = B A. The first step involves formulating the matrix equation into a system of linear equations in the variables a, b, c, d. Since A is not explicitly given, assume it is a 2x2 matrix, and the unknown B is also 2x2, with entries as variables. The matrix equation A B = B A expands into four scalar equations, one for each entry of the resulting matrices, which can be written explicitly. These equations often lead to constraints on the parameters a, b, c, d, indicating the set of matrices that commute with A. Solving this system involves methods such as substitution or matrix algebra, and solutions are expressed parametrically based on free variables identified during the solution process.

Problem 2: Inverse of a Matrix and Representation as Elementary Matrices

The second problem involves finding the inverse of a given matrix A using row operations on the augmented matrix [A | I], where I is the identity matrix. Applying Gaussian elimination transforms A into I, and the sequence of row operations applied to I yields A^{-1}. These same row operations can be interpreted as elementary matrices, which then multiply to produce A^{-1}. Expressing A^{-1} as a product of elementary matrices involves identifying each row operation as an elementary matrix, then taking their product in the order applied. Consequently, A itself can be expressed as a product of elementary matrices because any invertible matrix can be factored into elementary matrices, which correspond to the row operations used in its reduction.

Problem 3: Row Operations and Inverse of a Parameterized Matrix

This problem examines the matrix A dependent on a parameter a, given as A = [ (a - 4)^{-1} 2 (a - 1) ]. Using row operations, A can be transformed into an upper triangular form without division by expressions that could be zero for certain values of a, ensuring the operations are valid universally. The analysis includes identifying values of a for which the matrix becomes singular, i.e., those for which the determinant is zero. For values of a where A is invertible, the inverse is explicitly computed as a function of a by reducing the matrix to reduced row echelon form and solving for A^{-1}.

Problem 4: Solving a System of Equations

The system of six equations with six variables is represented as a matrix equation A * x = b, with the coefficient matrix A and vector b explicitly defined. The problem requires applying Gaussian elimination to compute the reduced row echelon form of [A | b], which reveals the free variables and constraints of the solution space. The general solution is then expressed in vector form, illustrating the parametric dependence on free variables. This approach demonstrates core linear algebra techniques for solving systems efficiently and understanding the structure of solutions.

Problem 5: Solutions to Matrix Equations and Superposition

For a second matrix equation, A x = b, where A is a given 4x4 matrix and b is a 4x1 vector, the task is to find all solutions, including the homogeneous solution A x = 0, and particular solutions. The homogeneous solution involves calculating the null space of A, often by row-reducing to find the basis vectors of the null space, expressed parametrically. A particular solution is any specific x that satisfies the non-homogeneous equation, obtained via methods such as substitution or matrix inverse (if it exists). The general solution combines these two via superposition, reflecting the fundamental theorem of linear algebra.

Problem 6: Vector Equations and Uniqueness

Given vectors a and b, find a vector x satisfying x^T a = 3 and x^T b = 7. This reduces to solving a system of linear equations in the components of x. The solution's uniqueness depends on the linear independence of a and b; if these vectors are linearly independent, the solution is unique. Otherwise, infinitely many solutions exist or no solution if the system is inconsistent. The problem emphasizes understanding linear systems and the conditions for solution uniqueness.

Problems 7-10: True/False Statements with Justifications

These problems test the understanding of matrix properties:

  • Problem 7: If A and B are invertible 2x2 matrices, then A + B is also invertible. False. Counterexample: consider A and B as invertible matrices that negate each other, so their sum can be zero or singular.
  • Problem 8: The product of two symmetric matrices is symmetric. False. In general, A * B is symmetric only if A and B commute, which is not always guaranteed.
  • Problem 9: If A is non-singular and satisfies A^2 = A, then A must be the identity matrix. False. Diagonal matrices with eigenvalues 0 or 1 satisfy this. For example, A = diag(1, 0) also satisfies A^2 = A but is not the identity.
  • Problem 10: If A * B = 0, then either A = 0 or B = 0. False. Counterexample: A and B can be non-zero matrices whose product is zero if their images are mapped into subspaces orthogonal to each other.

These evaluations rely on counterexamples and known theorems in matrix algebra to substantiate the conclusions.

Conclusion

This collection of problems highlights key techniques such as matrix equations, inverse computations, matrix factorizations, and properties of matrices. Mastery of these topics enables a deeper understanding of linear transformations, systems of equations, and matrix structures. These concepts underpin many advanced topics and applications across scientific disciplines, making them fundamental tools in the mathematician's toolkit.

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