Linear Transformations problem

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The transformation T: R²→R² defined by T(x, y) = (x+1, 2y) is not linear. This conclusion is reached by applying the linearity conditions, specifically the third condition T(0) = 0. Evaluating T(0,0) yields T(0,0) = (1, 0), which contradicts the requirement that T(0) must equal (0, 0). Therefore, the transformation fails to satisfy the criteria for linearity.

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Homework Statement


Determine if the transformation T: [tex]R^{2}\rightarrow R^{2}[/tex] is linear if T(x, y)= (x+1, 2y)


Homework Equations


1. T(u + v) = T(u) + T(v)
2. T(c*u) = cT(u)
3. T(0) = 0

The Attempt at a Solution


I believe I have to use the above provided equations to determine whether T(x, y)= (x+1, 2y) is linear or not. If I use the third equation above, I get T(0,0) = T(0 + 1, 0) = (1, 0). Therefore the transformation is not linear. Am I right?
 
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