Check/verify my work and answer? Pseudoinverse of matrix

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The discussion revolves around the computation of the pseudoinverse of a matrix, specifically focusing on linear algebra techniques and verification methods for matrix operations.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

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  • Participants discuss methods for calculating the inverse of a matrix and suggest checking results through matrix multiplication. There are also mentions of confusion regarding notation and the representation of fractions in the context of matrix entries.

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The conversation includes various attempts to clarify the process of verifying matrix calculations, with some participants providing insights on notation and readability. There is an ongoing exploration of how to effectively communicate mathematical expressions.

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Participants note the potential for confusion between the division symbol and the number one in matrix entries, which may affect the interpretation of the original poster's work. There is also a reference to the use of LaTeX for clearer presentation of mathematical content.

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I will upload my work and answer for this math problem. Can someone please check/verify if my work and answer is correct/incorrect?
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Also, if it's possible, I would really like to know the command for inputting this kind/type of problem on Ti-89 in order to check correct answers for linear algebra problems like this one.
 

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You should calculate the inverse matrix using
##\begin{bmatrix} a & b \\ c & d \end{bmatrix}^{-1} = \frac{1}{ac-bd}\begin{bmatrix} d & -b \\ -c & a \end{bmatrix}##
edit: you can also check your answer by matrix multiplication
 
Instead of having to ask us, here is a simple way to check: multiply the resulting matrix by ##A##.

Also, I think it is worth mentioning that OP appears to have written ##\begin{bmatrix}\frac{1}{3} & -\frac{1}{3} \\ -\frac{1}{3} & \frac{5}{6}\end{bmatrix}##. I confused the /‘s with 1’s.

P.S., please use LaTeX instead of uploading your handwriting. The LaTeX guide can be found here.
 
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I changed the title to make it more descriptive. The old title didn't have the topic of the question.
suremarc said:
Instead of having to ask us, here is a simple way to check: multiply the resulting matrix by ##A##.
That's the nice feature of calculating (pseudo)inverse matrices, they come with a simple cross-check.

1 and the division symbol look identical to me which is quite confusing.
 
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mfb said:
1 and the division symbol look identical to me which is quite confusing.
Very much so.
The ##(A^TA)^{-1}## matrix looked like ##\begin{bmatrix} 113 & -113 \\ -113 & 516\end{bmatrix}## at first glance, and similar problems in most of the others.
@Math100, to make your work more readable, make the / symbol look different from 1.
 
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Mark44 said:
Very much so.
The ##(A^TA)^{-1}## matrix looked like ##\begin{bmatrix} 113 & -113 \\ -113 & 516\end{bmatrix}## at first glance, and similar problems in most of the others.
@Math100, to make your work more readable, make the / symbol look different from 1.

Yes, I'm so sorry about the confusion. It's meant to be fractions.
 
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