Introduction
Chapter Name : Determinants |
Sub Topic Code : 104_12_04_01_01 |
Topic Name : Introduction |
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Sub Topic Name : Introduction |
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Introduction
Do you know how to compare value to of two square matrices? You can compare them by finding their determinants, which is quite easy.
Pre-Requisites:
Matrix, System of linear equations, Basic number property
Real Life Question:
• All of you have to find the volume of a cube or a cuboid using the simple formulae Length x Breadth X Height. • What if instead of giving you dimensions I give you the equation of the lines forming cube or cuboid?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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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 in various fields of engineering and sciences.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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What you learn in Theory:
What is a determinant? What does it signifies? How is it related to matrices?
What you learn in Practice:
Using matrices we can solve various equations having lots of variable quite easily.