Eigenvalue Statements for Invertible Matrices

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The discussion centers on eigenvalue statements for invertible matrices A and B, where 2 is an eigenvalue of A and -2 is an eigenvalue of B. The participants analyze various statements regarding the eigenvalues of products and sums of these matrices. The correct statements identified include A, B, D, and E, while statement F is deemed incorrect. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding matrix operations and properties of eigenvalues in determining the validity of these statements.

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Homework Statement



Let A and B be n x n matrices, where B is invertible. Suppose that 2 is an eigenvalue of A, and −2 is an eigenvalue of B. Find ALL true statements below.

A. −4 is an eigenvalue of AB
B. 16 is an eigenvalue of A^3+A+6I
C. 4 is an eigenvalue of A+A(Transpose)
D. 2 is an eigenvalue of A(Transpose)
E. 2 is an eigenvalue of B^(−1)AB
F. None of the above

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I'm not sure how to do this question, so can anyone show me the correct way to solve this?
I picked 2 random matrices for A and B that fit the given description and tried all of the operations. Only A,B,D,E worked, but it's the wrong answer.

Can anyone help me?

Thanks.
 
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see if these help
A) can you think of a counter example with diagonal matricies?
B,C,D) try writing the determinsitic equation and see what you get...
E) do you know about similar matricies?
 

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