31 - Similarity of Matrices
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Practice Questions
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What does it mean for two matrices to be similar?
💡 Hint: Think about the conditions for similarity.
State one property of similar matrices.
💡 Hint: Review the invariant properties.
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What is matrix similarity?
💡 Hint: Focus on the definition of connection between different bases.
True or False: If two matrices are similar, they must be diagonalizable.
💡 Hint: Consider the definitions and implications of diagonalizability.
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Given matrix A = [[1, 2], [0, 1]] and matrix B = [[1, 1], [0, 1]], verify if A and B are similar through finding the appropriate matrix P.
💡 Hint: Consider the effect of each matrix on a vector in their respective bases.
Construct a 3x3 matrix that is not diagonalizable but can still demonstrate similarity to a diagonal matrix.
💡 Hint: Think about the Jordan form when constructing this matrix.
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