Let K be an algebraically closed field, let V = M(2,K) and consider the linear transformation f : V → V given by f(A) = A^T (the transpose of A). (a) Find the minimal polynomial of f. (b) Find the eigenvalues and corresponding eigenspaces of f. (c) Find a diagonal matrix representation of f.
Let K be an algebraically closed field, let V = M(2,K) and consider the linear transformation f : V → V given by f(A) = A^T (the transpose of A). (a) Find the minimal polynomial of f. (b) Find the eigenvalues and corresponding eigenspaces of f. (c) Find a diagonal matrix representation of f.
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Chapter9: Systems Of Equations And Inequalities
Section9.8: Determinants
Problem 8E
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4. Let K be an algebraically closed field, let V = M(2,K) and consider the linear transformation
f : V → V given by f(A) = A^T (the transpose of A).
(a) Find the minimal polynomial of f.
(b) Find the eigenvalues and corresponding eigenspaces of f.
(c) Find a diagonal matrix representation of f.
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