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Homework Statement
If A is a matrix, find B, a matrix so that
AB=BA
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The Attempt at a Solution
Solve for inverse?
How would you make this statement, AB=BA true
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SUMMARY
The discussion focuses on finding a matrix B such that the equation AB = BA holds true for a given matrix A. Key solutions identified include using the identity matrix I, the matrix A itself, or powers of A such as A^2. These solutions are definitive and applicable across various matrix types, confirming that commutativity can be achieved through specific matrix selections.
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