Find Matrix A for 2x2 Homework Equations

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The discussion focuses on finding the 2x2 matrix A that satisfies the equation involving matrix inverses and transposes. The initial setup involves manipulating the equation using matrix inverses and applying row operations to derive A. The calculations lead to a proposed solution for A, which is ultimately confirmed to be (2 -1; -1 1). The discussion highlights the importance of correctly applying matrix operations and the relationship between matrices and their inverses. The final result emphasizes the necessity of careful arrangement in matrix equations to achieve the desired outcome.
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Homework Statement


(All matrices are 2x2. Sorry for the awkward formatting)

Find Matrix A such that
(1 -1)-1 (2 3)
(0 1 ) = (1 2) AT



Homework Equations


A1A2...Ak=Ak-1...A2-1A1-1


The Attempt at a Solution


(1 -1)-1 (2 3)
(0 1 ) = (1 2) AT

(1 -1)-1 (2 3)-1
(0 1 ) (1 2) = AT

((2 3)(1 -1))-1
((1 2)(0 1)) = AT

(2 1)-1
(1 1) =AT

(2 1|1 0) R1-R2 (1 0|1 -1) (1 0|1 -1)
(1 1|0 1) = (1 1|0 1) R2-R1 = (0 1|-1 2)

AT=(1 -1)
___(-1 2)
A=(1 -1)
__(-1 2)

The answer was supposed to be (2 -1)
___________________________ (-1 1)
 
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Luscinia said:
(1 -1)-1 (2 3)
(0 1 ) = (1 2) AT

(1 -1)-1 (2 3)-1
(0 1 ) (1 2) = AT

ABA-1 ≠ B
So for the LHS, you should put \left(^{2 3}_{1 2}\right)-1 on the left.
 
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