Linear Algebra: A Modern Introduction

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285463242
ISBN 13: 978-1-28546-324-7

Chapter 1 - Vectors - 1.1 The Geometry and Algebra of Vectors - Exercises 1.1 - Page 17: 31

Answer

$$0$$

Work Step by Step

We want to find $2+2+2$ in $\mathbb{Z}_3$. Since addition is associative, $2+2+2=(2+2)+2$. In $\mathbb{Z}_3$, $2+2=1$, yielding $2+2+2=1+2$, which, again performing addition, yields $1+2=0$.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.