What Does \sum_{i,j=1}^n A_{i,j} Mean?

[hbweb500]

I am working on a problem that uses the notation:

<br /> \sum_{i,j=1}^n A_{i,j}<br />

Where A is an (n x n) matrix. I am a little unsure of what the summation is over, due to the odd notation "i,j = 1". My first guess is that this is shorthand for

<br /> \sum_{i=1}^n \sum_{j=1}^n A_{i,j}<br />

But I am wondering if it could also mean the sum over the diagonal elements of the matrix, i.e.:

<br /> \sum_{i=1}^n A_{i,i}<br />

I am guessing it is the first, but I want to make absolutely sure.

 

[LCKurtz]

Yes, your first guess is the standard interpretation.

 

[hbweb500]

Thanks!