Associative Operation with Four Vectors: Is it True?

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Start date Jun 9, 2007
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The discussion centers on the validity of an associative operation involving four vectors, specifically questioning the equation 2*(p+p_1)p_3(p+p_1)p_2 - (p_3)(p_2)(p+p_1)^2 = (p_3)(p_2)(p+p_1)^2. Participants express confusion over the multiplication order and suggest using LaTeX for clarity. An attachment is provided to illustrate the problem further. The main focus is on determining whether the operation is associative. The conversation highlights the complexities involved in vector operations and the need for clear mathematical representation.

Jun 9, 2007

bgy

hi,

Is it true that

2*(p+p_1)p_3(p+p_1)p_2 - (p_3)(p_2)(p+p_1)^2 = (p_3)(p_2)(p+p_1)^2 ,

where p,p_1,p_2,p_3 are four vectors? Or simply: associative this operation?

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Jun 9, 2007

esalihm

cant quite figure out what u are multiplying by what
why don't u try using latex format

Jun 9, 2007

bgy

esalihm said:

cant quite figure out what u are multiplying by what
why don't u try using latex format

ok. See the attachment.

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