Linear Algebra and Its Applications (5th Edition)

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Chapter 2 - Matrix Algebra - 2.8 Exercises - Page 153: 10

Answer

u is in Nul A because $Au=0$ is true.

Work Step by Step

For u to be in Nul A, $Au=0$ must be true. $A=\begin{bmatrix} -3&-2&0\\ 0&2&-6\\ 6&3&3 \end{bmatrix} $ and $u=\begin{bmatrix} -2\\ 3\\ 1 \end{bmatrix} $ $\begin{bmatrix} -3&-2&0\\ 0&2&-6\\ 6&3&3 \end{bmatrix}\begin{bmatrix} -2\\ 3\\ 1 \end{bmatrix}=\begin{bmatrix} 0\\ 0\\ 0 \end{bmatrix} $Therefore, u is in Nul A
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