Practice Applications in Civil Engineering - 23.9 | 23. Linear Independence | Mathematics (Civil Engineering -1)
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Question 1

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What does it mean for vectors to be linearly independent?

💡 Hint: Think about how vectors relate to each other.

Question 2

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Give an example of linear independence in structural analysis.

💡 Hint: Consider how forces interact in a truss.

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Question 1

What does it mean for a set of vectors to be linearly dependent?

  • All vectors point in the same direction.
  • At least one vector is a linear combination of others.
  • All vectors are independent of each other.

💡 Hint: Think about what linear combinations mean.

Question 2

True or False: If three forces at a truss joint are collinear, they are linearly independent.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what collinearity indicates.

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Question 1

Given three vectors A, B, and C in R^2 where A=(1,0), B=(2,0), and C=(0,3), determine if they are linearly independent. Provide a detailed explanation.

💡 Hint: Check if any vector is a scalar multiple of another.

Question 2

Illustrate how redundancy in a truss structure affects the stability and design. Use example vectors in your explanation.

💡 Hint: Analyze how each vector contributes uniquely to the equilibrium.

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