Practice Algebraic and Geometric Multiplicity - 32.4 | 32. Basis of Eigenvectors | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

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Define Algebraic Multiplicity.

💡 Hint: Relate it to counting occurrences.

Question 2

Easy

What does Geometric Multiplicity represent?

💡 Hint: Think about the space spanned by eigenvectors.

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Question 1

What is algebraic multiplicity?

  • Number of linearly independent eigenvectors
  • Dimension of eigenspace
  • Times eigenvalue appears in the characteristic polynomial

💡 Hint: Think about counting citations in a research paper.

Question 2

True or False: The geometric multiplicity can be greater than the algebraic multiplicity.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on their definitions.

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Question 1

For a matrix A with eigenvalues and their respective multiplicities: λ1=2, AM=3, GM=2; λ2=0, AM=1, GM=1. Discuss the diagonalizability of A.

💡 Hint: Refer back to the conditions that define diagonalizability and the role of eigenvalue multiplicities.

Question 2

Explain why a symmetric matrix has only real eigenvalues. How does this impact AM and GM?

💡 Hint: Consider how the properties of symmetrical matrices simplify eigenvalue calculations.

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