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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
Define a symmetric matrix and provide an example.
💡 Hint: Think about the definition of the matrix being equal to its transpose.
Question 2
Easy
What is the significance of real eigenvalues in symmetric matrices?
💡 Hint: Consider how this affects calculations.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What characterizes a symmetric matrix?
- A = A^T
- A = -A
- A is always diagonal
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of symmetric matrices.
Question 2
True or False: All eigenvectors of a symmetric matrix are not necessarily orthogonal.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Consider eigenvector properties we just discussed.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Consider the symmetric matrix A = [2 1; 1 2]. Diagonalize the matrix and explain the significance of each eigenvalue.
💡 Hint: Calculate eigenvalues and eigenvectors using the characteristic polynomial.
Question 2
Show that the matrix A = [1 2; 2 1] can be expressed as A = QDQ^T. Determine Q and D.
💡 Hint: Work through the steps of finding characteristic polynomial and eigenvalues first.
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