Order of calculations in a matrix problem.

[thatguythere]

Homework Statement

(A+2D)^T

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

I believe this would become A^T+2D^T. My only question then is, do I multiply the transpose of matrix D by 2, or multiply matrix D by two and then take the transpose? Thank you.

 

[Dick]

Homework Statement

(A+2D)^T

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

I believe this would become A^T+2D^T. My only question then is, do I multiply the transpose of matrix D by 2, or multiply matrix D by two and then take the transpose? Thank you.

There's really no difference, is there?

 

[thatguythere]

Excuse me while I hang my head in shame.