A transpose of a nonsingular matrix is nonsingular

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In summary, a nonsingular matrix is a square matrix with a non-zero determinant, and a transpose of a matrix is a new matrix with its rows and columns interchanged. To prove that a transpose of a nonsingular matrix is nonsingular, we can use the fact that the determinant of a transpose is equal to the determinant of the original matrix. This property is used in various mathematical and scientific fields and cannot be applied to a singular matrix.

Apr 30, 2010

Dustinsfl

A transpose of a nonsingular matrix is nonsingular.

This is true; however, how can this be done without using determinants?

I know how to do this with determinants so please don't inform how to do this with determinants.

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Apr 30, 2010

VeeEight

Use (AB)^T = B^TA^T

Apr 30, 2010

Dustinsfl

Thanks got it.

Apr 30, 2010

VeeEight

1. What is a nonsingular matrix?

A nonsingular matrix is a square matrix whose determinant is non-zero. This means that the matrix is invertible and has a unique solution for any system of equations it represents.

2. What does it mean for a matrix to be transposed?

A transpose of a matrix is a new matrix in which the rows and columns of the original matrix are interchanged. This means that the columns of the original matrix become the rows of the transposed matrix and vice versa.

3. How do you prove that a transpose of a nonsingular matrix is nonsingular?

To prove that a transpose of a nonsingular matrix is nonsingular, we can use the fact that the determinant of a transpose is equal to the determinant of the original matrix. Since the original matrix is nonsingular, its determinant is non-zero, and therefore the determinant of its transpose is also non-zero, making the transpose nonsingular.

4. What are the applications of the property "A transpose of a nonsingular matrix is nonsingular"?

This property is used in various mathematical and scientific fields, such as linear algebra, computer science, and physics. It is used to solve systems of equations, perform matrix operations, and calculate eigenvalues and eigenvectors.

5. Can a singular matrix have a nonsingular transpose?

No, a singular matrix cannot have a nonsingular transpose. Since a singular matrix has a determinant of zero, its transpose will also have a determinant of zero, making it singular as well.