What Are Vector Subspaces in Linear Algebra?

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Vector subspaces in linear algebra are defined by the span of given vectors, such as A, B, and C. A matrix can be expressed as a linear combination of these vectors in the form xA + yB + zC, where x, y, and z are real numbers. The arrangement of vectors A, B, and C does not affect their ability to generate a subspace; they can be represented in various formats, including a 2x2 matrix or as 4-element vectors. The dimensionality of the generated subspace can vary, with the possibility of it being a 3D subspace within R^4.

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Hi guys. I need some help with question #5 from my assignment. If someone can just tell me how to get the question started, it would be great. Thanks :smile:

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if a matrix is in the span of A,B,C, then it is written as a combination xA+yB+zC for some x,y,z in R.
 
Interesting problem. As was mentioned earlire, the space generated by A, B, and C will be xA+yB+zC. The format in which A, B, and C are written down is totally irrelevant - you can write them in a 2x2 square, but you could also write them down (in any order that's convenient) as a usual 4-element vector. Writing them in the more familiar form may make it easier. It's possible the three vectors lie in the same plane (you'd have to check), but it's more likely they generate a 3d subspace of R^4.
 

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