This chapter introduces the determinant as a mathematical construct that simplifies the solution of groups of simultaneous equations. The chapter begins by tracing the determinant’s historical development, and the reader is shown how to evaluate the determinant’s magnitude for real and complex values. The chapter concludes with some worked examples.

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Determinants

  • John Vince

摘要

This chapter introduces the determinant as a mathematical construct that simplifies the solution of groups of simultaneous equations. The chapter begins by tracing the determinant’s historical development, and the reader is shown how to evaluate the determinant’s magnitude for real and complex values. The chapter concludes with some worked examples.