Can Non-Commutative Symmetric Matrices Defy Mathematical Rules?

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This discussion explores the properties of non-commutative symmetric matrices, specifically focusing on scenarios where matrices can exhibit commutative behavior under certain conditions. The user presents various cases, including matrices where A and B are equal, diagonal, or involve identity matrices. Key examples include products of matrices where A is an identity matrix or a multiple of the identity matrix, and B is defined as A plus a scalar multiple of the identity matrix. The inquiry seeks additional examples of symmetric matrices that challenge conventional commutative rules.

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hey i was just thinking how matrices aren't supposed to be commutative?
well i was just thinking, what if the matricees were equal? and i was like ha! I am so cool! take that mr logic.
so yea, so far i have a couple rebelious matricees
a*b where a=1 by 1 and b= 1 by 1
a*b where na=b
a*b where a^n=b
a*b where a= identity
a*b where na=b and a = identity
a*b where a = null
a*b where a= mutliple of identity and b= multiple of mirrored identity

so, my questiono is this, can you help me be a good little poindexter and come up with a couple others?
 
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Consider what happens if B = A + xI (for some real number x, I being the identity matrix) and if A and B are diagonal matrices.
 
Both A and B symmetric.
 

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