Linear algebra - Image and Kernel

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The discussion revolves around a linear transformation T defined on a 3-dimensional vector space V over a field F, with specific mappings for the basis vectors e_1, e_2, and e_3. Participants are tasked with finding the matrix representation of T, as well as the kernel (ker(T)) and image (Im(T)) of the transformation.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the correctness of the matrix representation of T and question the ordering of basis vectors. There are attempts to clarify how to find the kernel and image of the transformation, with suggestions to use row-reduction methods.

Discussion Status

The discussion is active, with participants providing pointers and questioning assumptions about the matrix representation. Some guidance has been offered regarding the methods to find the kernel and image, but there is no explicit consensus on the correctness of the initial matrix provided.

Contextual Notes

There is an ongoing debate about the proper ordering of basis vectors in the matrix representation, which may affect the subsequent calculations for ker(T) and Im(T). Participants are also navigating the constraints of the homework problem, which may limit the methods they can use.

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Homework Statement



Let V be a 3 dim vector space over F and e_1 e_2 and e_3 be those fix basis
The question provide us with the linear transformation T\in L(V) such that
T(e_1) = e_1 + e_2 - e_3
T(e_2) = e_2 - 3e_3
T(e_3) = -e_1 -3e_2 -2e_3

we are ask to find the matrix of T and the basis of ker(T) and Im(T)

2. The attempt at a solution

I think I find the matrix right
where the matrix of T should be
1 0 -1
1 1 -3
-1 -3 -2

but the problem is I am not sure how can i find the ker(T) and Im(T)
 
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Few pointers:
o The matrix you wrote down is wrong. Look for the proper way to order the coordinates of the basis vectors.
o For Im(T): You have to find the span of vectors
o For Ker(T): You need to solve a matrix equation
 
MednataMiza said:
Few pointers:
o The matrix you wrote down is wrong. Look for the proper way to order the coordinates of the basis vectors.
i'm not seeing this. it looks correct to me.
o For Im(T): You have to find the span of vectors
o For Ker(T): You need to solve a matrix equation
if one uses row-reduction, one could accomplish both at the same time.
 
Am I wrong or one should order the vectors in columns not in rows ?
Finding the span is just row-reducing the matrix ...
 
MednataMiza said:
Am I wrong or one should order the vectors in columns not in rows ?
Finding the span is just row-reducing the matrix ...

it appears that is what has been done.

T(e1) = e1 + e2 - e3,

that is: T((1,0,0)T) = 1(1,0,0)T + 1(0,1,0)T + (-1)(0,0,1)T

= (1,1,-1)T, which appears to be the first column of sincera4565's matrix.
 

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