Solving Systems of Equations Using Inverse Matrices
This guide introduces the method of solving systems of equations using inverse matrices. We start with expressing a system in standard form (Ax + By = C) and converting it to matrix form [A][X] = [B]. The importance of the identity matrix and inverse matrices is highlighted, demonstrating how they can be employed to find variable solutions. Through step-by-step examples, learners will master rewriting equations in matrix form, finding inverses, and performing matrix multiplication to determine solutions efficiently.
Solving Systems of Equations Using Inverse Matrices
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Systems to Matrices • A system of equations in standard form (Ax+By=C) can be written in matrix form [A][X]=[B] Where A are the coefficients, X are the variables and B are the constants.
Example 1 • Write the following system in matrix form. Answer
Now go the other way • Given a Matrix, write the system of equations. Answer 11x – y = 5 4x + 8y = -3
Recall…. • A matrix multiplied by the identity results in the original matrix • A matrix multiplied by its inverse gives you the identity.
Now we will want to solve systems using matrices This means solving for x and y. To do this we will multiply both sides of the equation by the inverse matrix.
Why this works (proof)No need to write this down, this is for those who are curious….
Steps • Put all equations in standard form. • Write system of equations in matrix form [A][X]=[B] • Find either by hand or using the calculator. • Multiply • The result from step 3 is your solution matrix, which equals [X].
Example Solve this system using inverse matrices.
Solution –Step 1 • First rewrite the second equation in standard form.
Solution- Step 2 • Write in Matrix form
Solution – step 3 • Find inverse on the calculator
Solution- step 4 • Multiply (by hand or on calculator)
Solution – step 5 • Write answer in matrix from
You try: with three variables! • c represents the price of a candy bar • d represents the price of a drink • p represents the price of popcorn • Find the price of all three items.
Homework • Worksheet – All problems • http://teachers.henrico.k12.va.us/math/hcpsalgebra2/Documents/4-6/4_6HW.pdf