Matrix Solution and variable multiplication

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The discussion confirms that it is possible to multiply a row of a matrix by a variable and add it to another row when solving a homogeneous system of equations, particularly when the matrix contains variable entries. The participants clarify that in a standard system of equations represented by a matrix of coefficients, multiplying by variables such as x, y, or z does not contribute to reducing the matrix. However, if the coefficients of the equations depend on parameters, multiplying by those parameters is valid and can aid in solving the system.

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Can we multiply a row with a variable and add it with another row while solving homogeneous system of equations as a matrix?
 
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It might help if you gave an example of what you want to do. But I'm pretty sure the answer is yes, if it will help you solve the system (for example if the matrix has variable entries).
 
What do you mean by "variable"? If you have a system of equations in x, y, z, ..., then the matrix you use to solve the system is the matrix of coefficients, all numbers. It would make no sense to multiply by x, y, z, ...- and it would not help you to reduce the matrix.

But if you have a system of equations in x, y, z, ... where the coefficients depend on one or more parameters, they, yes, you might well want to multiply by those parameters.
 

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