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2027 JM02 考試大綱 · 3. Systems, matrices and determinants · PDF 2 / printed page 2

TOPIC 01

Matrices, determinants and linear systems

Add and multiply matrices, use determinants and solve systems without assuming invertibility.

What you will be able to explain

  • Add and multiply matrices, use determinants and solve systems without assuming invertibility.
  • Justify the method and check the conditions in a new situation.

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Find det A.

A=(5123)A=\begin{pmatrix}5&1\\2&3\end{pmatrix}
  • Matrix products require matched inner dimensions; a square matrix has an inverse only if its determinant is nonzero.
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Working and explanation

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Hint 1
Write the defining equation, retain exclusions, and then solve or compare.
Hint 2
Use this intermediate relation.
detA=ad−bcdet A=ad-bc
Worked solution
  1. Write the defining equation, retain exclusions, and then solve or compare.

  2. Apply the stated relation and retain its conditions.

    detA=3(5)−2=13det A=3(5)-2=13
  3. Multiply diagonals with the correct subtraction order.

The requested value is 13.

Checks and common pitfalls: Multiply diagonals with the correct subtraction order.

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Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • Add and multiply matrices, use determinants and solve systems without assuming invertibility.
  • Which condition is essential in matrices, determinants and linear systems?
  • Can AB and BA have different entries even when both products exist?

Board plan

  • Model or definition: Add and multiply matrices, use determinants and solve systems without assuming invertibility.
    det⁡(abcd)=ad−bc\det\begin{pmatrix}a&b\\c&d\end{pmatrix}=ad-bc
  • Conditions: Matrix products require matched inner dimensions; a square matrix has an inverse only if its determinant is nonzero.

Anticipated thinking

  • Matrix multiplication is not generally commutative.

Assessment checklist

  • 1 mark: choose the correct representation and conditions.
  • 1 mark: establish the intermediate relation.
  • 1 mark: complete a connected calculation or proof.
  • 1 mark: interpret and check the conclusion.

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