Determinant
Chapter Name : Determinants |
Sub Topic Code : 104_12_04_02_02 |
Topic Name : Determinant |
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Sub Topic Name : Determinant Of A Matrix Of Order Two |
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Introduction
• Determinant of order 2 is the value of the corresponding matrix of order 2. • It has 4 element (may be a number or a variable). • Its value is the difference between its diagonal elements.
Pre-Requisites:
Matrix, System of linear equations, Basic number property, definition of determinants.
Real Life Question:
Is there any simple method to find the area of a parallelogram whose coordinates are known?
Key Words / FlashCards
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| Determinant | A square array of numbers or variables enclosed between two vertical bars. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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Real life uses :
Used to find the area of a parallelogram in coordinate geometry and also used to solve the higher order determinant.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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What you learn in Theory:
What is a determinant of matrix of order 2? How to find its value? How many elements are there? What is its use?
What you learn in Practice:
An easy method to find the area of a parallelogram in coordinate geometry.