Linear Algebra and Its Applications (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032198238X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32198-238-4

Chapter 2 - Matrix Algebra - 2.8 Exercises - Page 154: 24

Answer

The easiest construction is to write a 3×3 matrix in echelon form that has only 2 pivots, and let b be any vector in $R^3$ whose third entry is nonzero.

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The easiest construction is to write a 3×3 matrix in echelon form that has only 2 pivots, and let b be any vector in $R^3$ whose third entry is nonzero.
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