Identify all linear transformations from C2 to C3

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The discussion focuses on identifying linear transformations from C2 to C3. Participants confirm that to determine if a transformation T is linear, the condition T(ax + by) = T(ax) + T(by) must hold. One transformation, T1, is correctly identified as not being linear due to failing this condition. For another transformation involving complex variables, it is suggested that the same procedure applies, and it is confirmed that this transformation is indeed linear. The discussion also clarifies that the expression i - i equals zero, reinforcing the understanding of complex arithmetic in the context of linear transformations.
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In the previous problem I was asked to identify if a polynomial, such as f(x)=2x was a linear transformation. In that case I checked to see if f(ax + by) = f(ax) + f(by). I figure I would be doing something similar in this case.

I would check to see if T(ax + by) = T(ax) + T(by).

So for problem (A) would I do something like:

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and since T(ax + by) ≠ T(ax) + T(by), T1 is not a linear transformation?
 
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You are correct, T1 is not a linear transformation, and your argument is correct/valid.
 
Thanks!
 
I have a question about part (D), which is

<br /> <br /> Tx =<br /> \left[ {\begin{array}{cc}<br /> 1 &amp; 0 \\<br /> 2-i &amp; 3i \\<br /> i-i &amp; 4\\<br /> \end{array} } \right]x<br />

I assume I use the same procedure? Is anything special I need to do in regards to the complex variables?

I find that it IS a linear transformation, is that correct? Also, isn't i-i just 0?
 
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