Possible Matrix with Equal Row and Column Sums?

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A matrix W of size nxk, where n>>k, cannot satisfy both conditions of equal row sums and equal column sum of squares simultaneously. Specifically, when k = 1 and n > 1, the requirement that the sum of all elements in each row equals one contradicts the condition that the sum of squares of all elements in the column equals one. This establishes a definitive counterexample, proving that such a matrix is not possible.

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I want a matrix W of size nxk (where n>>k) with the following two properties:

1. Sum of all elements of each row is equal to one, i.e. [itex]\sum[/itex]j wij = 1 for all i.
2. Sum of squares of all elements of each column is equal to one, i.e. [itex]\sum[/itex]i wij2 = 1 for all j.

Is such a matrix possible? Any hint at how to prove one way or the other would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
 
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The simplest counter example is when k = 1 and n > 1.
 

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