Precalculus: Mathematics for Calculus, 7th Edition

Published by Brooks Cole
ISBN 10: 1305071751
ISBN 13: 978-1-30507-175-9

Chapter 10 - Section 10.4 - The Algebra of Matrices - 10.4 Exercises - Page 720: 8

Answer

$a=-5$ $b=7$

Work Step by Step

The bottom middle of the B Matrix contains the number, -5. In order to be equal, $a$ in the bottom middle of A Matrix must also be, -5. The top right of the A Matrix contains the number, 7. In order to be equal, $b$ in the top right of B Matrix must also be, 7.
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