Transforming Tensor Components with Coordinate Systems

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Hi,

Homework Statement


The components of the tensor Ai j are A1 2 = A2 1 = A, whereas all the other components are zero. I am asked to write A(BAR)i j, following a transformation to a new coordinate system, given that ∂q(BAR)k/∂qn = Rnk. I am expected to write my answer in terms of R.


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The Attempt at a Solution


I know that A(BAR)i j = ∂q(BAR)i/∂qm * ∂q(BAR)j/∂qn * Am n
But how may I proceed?
 
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I am wondering why no one has yet replied to this question.
Nevertheless, if anyone is reading this, I'd appreciate some help with this.
I happen to know that the answer is:
[itex]\bar{A}[/itex]ij = RilRjmAlm, but how may I bring under account the fact that Axy = Ayx = A?