Constructing bases (worked out, please check )

  • Thread starter Thread starter sid9221
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    Bases
Click For Summary
SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on constructing bases from matrices using Reduced Row Echelon Form (RREF). Two matrices are analyzed: the first matrix yields a basis of vectors \(\begin{Bmatrix}\frac{-35}{13}\\ \frac{14}{13}\\ 1\\ 0\end{Bmatrix}\) and \(\begin{Bmatrix}\frac{-21}{13}\\ \frac{11}{13}\\ 0\\ 1\end{Bmatrix}\), while the second matrix results in a basis of vectors \(\begin{Bmatrix}\frac{-15}{22}\\ \frac{3}{11}\\ 1\\ 0\end{Bmatrix}\) and \(\begin{Bmatrix}\frac{-17}{11}\\ \frac{9}{11}\\ 0\\ 1\end{Bmatrix}\). The user seeks guidance on how to proceed with the addition and union of these bases.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of matrix operations, specifically RREF.
  • Familiarity with vector spaces and basis concepts.
  • Knowledge of linear algebra terminology.
  • Experience with mathematical notation and manipulation.
NEXT STEPS
  • Research methods for adding vector spaces, focusing on direct sums.
  • Study the concept of union of bases in linear algebra.
  • Learn about the implications of basis dimension in vector spaces.
  • Explore practical applications of RREF in solving linear systems.
USEFUL FOR

Students and professionals in mathematics, particularly those studying linear algebra, as well as educators seeking to enhance their understanding of vector spaces and basis construction.

sid9221
Messages
110
Reaction score
0
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/33103477/Union.png

Omiting zeroes because they add nothing:

[tex]\begin{bmatrix}<br /> 3 & 1 & 7 & 4\\ <br /> 5 & 6 & 7 & 3<br /> \end{bmatrix}[/tex]

RREF

[tex]\begin{bmatrix}<br /> 1 & 0 & \frac{35}{13} & \frac{21}{13}\\ <br /> 0 & 1 & \frac{-14}{13}& \frac{-11}{13}<br /> \end{bmatrix}[/tex]

Hence the basis is:
[tex] \begin{Bmatrix}<br /> \frac{-35}{13}\\ <br /> \frac{14}{13}\\ <br /> 1\\ <br /> 0<br /> \end{Bmatrix}, \begin{Bmatrix}<br /> \frac{-21}{13}\\ <br /> \frac{11}{13}\\ <br /> 0\\ <br /> 1<br /> \end{Bmatrix}[/tex]Similarly,

[tex]\begin{bmatrix}<br /> 6 & 4 & 3 & 6\\ <br /> 4 & -1 & 3 & 7<br /> \end{bmatrix}[/tex]

RREF

[tex]\begin{bmatrix}<br /> 1 & 0 & \frac{15}{22} & \frac{17}{11}\\ <br /> 0 & 1 & \frac{-3}{11}& \frac{-9}{11}<br /> \end{bmatrix}[/tex]So the basis is:
[tex]\begin{Bmatrix}<br /> \frac{-15}{22}\\ <br /> \frac{3}{11}\\ <br /> 1\\ <br /> 0<br /> \end{Bmatrix}, \begin{Bmatrix}<br /> \frac{-17}{11}\\ <br /> \frac{9}{11}\\ <br /> 0\\ <br /> 1<br /> \end{Bmatrix}[/tex]

So now that I have U, W I am unsure on how to proceed with the addition and Union.

Should I just put both matrices ontop of one another and solve that ?
You don't need to check my bookwork just guidance on the general direction that I heading would be useful.
 
Last edited by a moderator:
Physics news on Phys.org
Any one ?
 

Similar threads

Replies
3
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
2K
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 4 ·
Replies
4
Views
2K
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
  • · Replies 5 ·
Replies
5
Views
2K
  • · Replies 19 ·
Replies
19
Views
4K