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    Graduate Similar matrix and characteristic polynomial

    can you suggest an easy characteristic polynomial, I'm stumped on this concept. thank you
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    Graduate Similar matrix and characteristic polynomial

    A true statement: Two similar matrices have the same characteristic polynomial. The converse however is not true in general: two matrices with the same characteristic polynomial need not be similar. HOw can I prove this? Any help appreciated.