Practice Sparse Matrices - 21.15.3 | 21. Linear Algebra | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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21.15.3 - Sparse Matrices

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define a sparse matrix.

💡 Hint: Think about the ratio of non-zero to zero elements.

Question 2

Easy

What is one application of sparse matrices?

💡 Hint: Consider engineering simulations.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What defines a sparse matrix?

  • A matrix with all non-zero elements
  • A matrix with a high ratio of zero elements
  • A matrix that can be only square
  • A matrix whose dimensions are equal

💡 Hint: Consider the balance between zero and non-zero values.

Question 2

True or False: All matrices are sparse matrices.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the definition we discussed.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

You have a large matrix from finite element analysis with only 12 non-zero values out of 100 elements. How would you convert this to a sparse matrix representation?

💡 Hint: Think about what it means to store only what's necessary.

Question 2

Analyze a scenario where using a dense matrix for a problem caused inefficiencies. How would sparse matrices solve these pitfalls?

💡 Hint: Consider the difference between filling a balloon and only keeping the essential air!

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