Solving Linear Systems with Matrix Inverses

Solving Systems w/Matrices

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Systems of Eqns with Matrices

Notice the eqns are written in standard form. Every coefficient must be represented and in the corresponding row and column. If a variable is not present in an eqn, the coefficient would be ZERO.

Can't Divide by a Matrix

Instead of dividing by the coefficient matrix, A, MULTIPLY BY THE INVERSE to solve for the variable matrix, X

It is ALWAYS the inverse of the coefficient matrix multiplied by the constant matrix.

Multiple Choice

Write the matrix equation for the system.

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Find the determinant for the coefficient matrix.

Multiple Choice

Use the determinant of -7 to find the inverse for the matrix.

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Multiply the inverse by the constant matrix to solve for x.

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Multiply the inverse by the constant matrix to solve for y.

Multiple Choice

Identify the coefficient matrix for the following system.

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At a local movie theater, a person purchased 2 large popcorn and 4 large drinks for a total of $38.50 before taxes. A second person purchased 1 large popcorn and 3 large drinks for $25.10 before taxes at the same theater. How much is the theater charging for large popcorn?(Use a matrix equation to solve)

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At a local movie theater, a person purchased 2 large popcorn and 4 large drinks for a total of $38.50 before taxes. A second person purchased 1 large popcorn and 3 large drinks for $25.10 before taxes at the same theater. How much is the theater charging for large drink?(Use a matrix equation to solve)