The matrix of a linear transformation
Recovering the matrix of a transformation from its action on standard or given basis vectors, then using it to compute images of new inputs.
Matrix Theory and Linear Algebra, The matrix of a linear transformation
6 exercises
Exercise 6.2.1
For each of the following vector functions , show that is a linear transformation and find the corresponding matrix such that .
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multiplies the component of by a non-zero number .
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adds times the component of to the component.
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switches the and components.
Exercise 6.2.2
Assume that is a linear transformation, and that is a basis of . For all , let . Let be the matrix that has as its columns, and let be the matrix that has as its columns. Show that is invertible and the matrix of is .
Exercise 6.2.3
Suppose is a linear transformation such that
Find the matrix of . Hint: use Exercise 7.
Exercise 6.2.4
Suppose is a linear transformation such that
Find the matrix of . Hint: use Exercise 7.
Exercise 6.2.6
Find the matrix for , where .
Exercise 6.2.7
Find the matrix for , where .
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