Practice Steps to Find Eigenvalues - 29.2.1 | 29. Eigenvalues | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

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What is the first step to find eigenvalues of a square matrix?

💡 Hint: Remember, it must be a square matrix!

Question 2

Easy

Define eigenvalue in your own words.

💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between matrices and their transformations.

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Question 1

What is the formula used to find eigenvalues from a matrix?

  • \\(det(A) = 0\\)
  • \\(det(A - \\lambda I) = 0\\)
  • \\(A\\cdot v = \\lambda v\\)

💡 Hint: Think about eigenvectors' relationship with eigenvalues.

Question 2

True or False: All matrices have eigenvalues.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the properties of square matrices.

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Question 1

Given the matrix \(D = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 2 & 3 \ 0 & 4 & 5 \ 0 & 0 & 6 \end{bmatrix}\), find its eigenvalues and explain your process.

💡 Hint: What property of triangular matrices simplifies finding eigenvalues?

Question 2

Translate the significance of eigenvalues in the context of finding principal stresses in civil engineering materials.

💡 Hint: Consider structural integrity and design safety.

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