MHB Show that in every set p2 with more than three vectors is linearly dependent.

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In the discussion, it is established that the set S = {1, x, x^2} is linearly dependent in the vector space P2, which consists of polynomials of degree at most 2. The user expresses interest in applying the Wronskian to the set {1, x, x^2, x^3}, but notes that the Wronskian only confirms linear independence, not dependence. There is a request for clarification on the term "p2" and the significance of the coefficients a_i. The conversation highlights the nuances of linear dependence and independence in polynomial sets.
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i know S = { $$1 , x, x^2$$} is linearly dependent set for p2. where $$(a_0, a_1, a_2) = (0,0,0) $$
I wanted to use the Wronskian on { $$1 , x, x^2, x^3$$} , but as I understand, it only proves linear independence and not the converse.
 
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delgeezee said:
i know S = { $$1 , x, x^2$$} is linearly dependent set for p2. where $$(a_0, a_1, a_2) = (0,0,0) $$
I wanted to use the Wronskian on { $$1 , x, x^2, x^3$$} , but as I understand, it only proves linear independence and not the converse.

Hi delgeezee!

Can you elaborate?
For starters, what do you mean by p2?
And how do your $a_i$ tie in?
 
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