Linear Transformation of Matrix

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The problem involves a linear transformation defined on the space of 2x2 matrices, specifically using a matrix A where all entries are 1. Participants are tasked with finding the matrix representation of this transformation with respect to the standard basis for 2x2 matrices.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

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  • Some participants discuss the standard basis for M_{2x2} and express confusion regarding the transformation's output. Others question the correctness of the initial solution and explore the implications of applying the transformation to the basis matrices.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants attempting to clarify the transformation's effects and the structure of the resulting matrix. There is a recognition that the matrix representation should be 4x4 due to the four basis elements, and some guidance has been offered regarding the need to specify which columns correspond to which basis elements.

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Participants are grappling with the definitions and implications of the linear transformation, as well as the correct representation of the standard basis for 2x2 matrices. There is uncertainty about the outputs of the transformation and how they relate to the initial problem statement.

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Homework Statement



Let A[itex]_{2x2}[/itex] have all entries=1 and let T: M[itex]_{2x2}[/itex][itex]\rightarrow[/itex]M[itex]_{2x2}[/itex] be the linear transformation defined by T(B)=AB for all B[itex]\in[/itex]M[itex]_{2x2}[/itex]

Find the matrix C=[T]s,s, where S is the standard basis for M[itex]_{2x2}[/itex]

My solution:

Standard basis for M[itex]_{2x2}[/itex]={(1,0),(0,1)}
T(1,0)=(1,1)
T(0,1)=(1,1)
[T]s,s=(1,1;1,1)

I'm not sure how correct this is. Any advice would be appreciated.
 
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Still confused on this one
 
h4v0k said:
Still confused on this one

The standard basis for M_2x2 is four matrices [[1,0],[0,0]], [[0,1],[0,0]], [[0,0],[1,0]] and [[0,0],[0,1]]. You can express any other matrix as a linear sum of those. Now take a look at the problem again.
 
Doesn't this still produce the same vector?
 
h4v0k said:
Doesn't this still produce the same vector?

What vector? What is A times the first basis matrix?
 
Sorry, the same matrix

A times first basis matrix is

[[1,0][0,0]]
then
[[0,0][1,0]], [[0,1][0,0]], and [[0,0][0,1]]
 
h4v0k said:
Sorry, the same matrix

A times first basis matrix is

[[1,0][0,0]]
then
[[0,0][1,0]], [[0,1][0,0]], and [[0,0][0,1]]

[[1,1],[1,1]]*[[1,0],[0,0]] isn't equal to [[1,0],[0,0]].
 
It appears it isn't

[[1,0][1,0]]

then

[[0,1][0,1]], [[1,0][1,0]], and [[0,1][0,1]]
 
h4v0k said:
It appears it isn't

[[1,0][1,0]]

then

[[0,1][0,1]], [[1,0][1,0]], and [[0,1][0,1]]

Ok, so work on what the matrix C should be. It should be 4x4 since you have four basis elements.
 
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Would this be

[[1,0,0,1],[1,0,0,1],[1,0,0,1],[1,0,0,1]]?
 
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h4v0k said:
Would this be

[[1,0,0,1],[1,0,0,1],[1,0,0,1],[1,0,0,1]]?

It would depend on which column represents which basis element. You should spell that out. But no I don't think that's it. How did you conclude that?
 

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