Finding the Transition Matrix and [x]C for B and C Vectors

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Homework Statement



Find the transition matrix from B to C and find [x]C

B = {(3,1), (-1,-2)}
C = {(1,-3),(5,0)}

[x]B = [-1 -2]T

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The Attempt at a Solution


No clue :(
 
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Well, if you call your transition matrix T, then

\begin{pmatrix} 1 \\ -3 \end{pmatrix}= T \begin{pmatrix} 3 \\ 1 \end{pmatrix}

and

\begin{pmatrix} 5 \\ 0 \end{pmatrix}=T \begin{pmatrix} -1 \\ -2 \end{pmatrix}

\Rightarrow \begin{pmatrix} 1 & 5 \\ -3 & 0 \end{pmatrix}= T \begin{pmatrix} 3 & -1 \\ 1 & -2 \end{pmatrix}

...is that enough to get you started?
 
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