Cramer's Rule: A Simplified Explanation

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Cramer's Rule provides a method for solving linear equations using determinants. The discussion highlights the need for simpler proofs and references resources such as PlanetMath and a PDF from Penn State University for further understanding. Users express challenges in grasping the concepts presented in these resources, indicating a demand for more accessible explanations of Cramer's Rule.

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Is there any simpler proof for Cramer's rule because I've been trying to understand it from this site and some of it I just don't get

http://planetmath.org/encyclopedia/ProofOfCramersRule.html
 
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http://www.math.psu.edu/levi/231H/cramer.pdf
 
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Well thanks, that kind of helps me a little
 

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