Determination of Linear transformation

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The discussion revolves around determining whether a given transformation T is a linear transformation. The transformation is defined as T(x,y) = (x + y², ∛(xy)). Participants are exploring the conditions for linearity, specifically the properties T(u + v) = T(u) + T(v) and T(ru) = rT(u).

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are attempting to verify the linearity of T by checking the two main properties of linear transformations. There is confusion regarding the substitution of variables and the correct application of the transformation to scaled and summed vectors.

Discussion Status

Some participants have provided guidance on the correct substitutions needed for the transformation, while others are questioning the initial attempts and clarifying the definitions of the variables involved. The discussion is ongoing, with multiple interpretations being explored.

Contextual Notes

There is an emphasis on ensuring the correct application of the transformation rules, and participants are addressing potential misunderstandings in the setup of the problem. The original poster is seeking help to clarify these points.

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Homework Statement



Determine if the following T is linear tranformation, and give the domain and range of T:

T(x,y) = (x + y2, [tex]\sqrt[3]{xy}[/tex] )

Homework Equations



T ( u + v) = T(u) + T(v)

T(ru) = rT(u)



The Attempt at a Solution


1)
let u = (x1, x2);
T(ru ) = T(rx1, rx2)
T(ru )= r(x + y2) , r([tex]\sqrt[3]{xy}[/tex] )
T(ru ) = r(x + y2 , [tex]\sqrt[3]{xy}[/tex] )

so it suffices the first condition, right?

2)
let u = (x1, y1) and let v = (y1, y2);
T ( u + v ) = T ( x1 + y1, x2 + y2)
T ( u + v ) = Here I am confused with the term ( x + y2)
T ( u + v )


Any help please !
 
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If u=(x,y), what is ru?
 
(rx, ry)
 
Yes.

So T(ru) = T(rx, ry) = ?
 
yeah i have done that
 
Okay, but you did it wrong.

What do you get when you substitute rx for x, and ry for y, into
T(x,y) = (x + y2, [tex]\sqrt[3]{xy}[/tex] )

EDIT: FYI this is the part that I'm trying to correct:
Maxwhale said:

The Attempt at a Solution


1)
let u = (x1, x2);
T(ru ) = T(rx1, rx2)
T(ru )= r(x + y2) , r([tex]\sqrt[3]{xy}[/tex] )
T(ru ) = r(x + y2 , [tex]\sqrt[3]{xy}[/tex] )

so it suffices the first condition, right?
 
Last edited:
should it be

let u = (x1, x2);
T(ru ) = T(rx1, rx2)
T(ru )= ( (rx1 + (rx2)2), [tex]\sqrt[3]{(rx)(ry)}[/tex] )
 
Yes. Although x1 is x, and x2 is y, of course.

Next (as you know), you compare that expression with rT(u).
 

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