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What is an augmented matrix?

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An augmented matrix is a matrix that represents a system of linear equations, including the coefficients of the variables and the constants from the equations.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.C.8

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How do you write a system of equations as an augmented matrix?

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To write a system of equations as an augmented matrix, list the coefficients of the variables in each equation as rows, and include the constants as an additional column.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.C.8

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What are the dimensions of a matrix?

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The dimensions of a matrix are given in the form 'rows x columns', indicating how many rows and columns the matrix has.

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If matrix B has dimensions 3 x 2, how many rows and columns does it have?

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Matrix B has 3 rows and 2 columns.

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What does it mean for a matrix to be rectangular?

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A matrix is rectangular if it has a different number of rows and columns, as opposed to a square matrix which has the same number of rows and columns.

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What is a square matrix?

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A square matrix is a matrix that has the same number of rows and columns.

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How do you determine the dimensions of a matrix?

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To determine the dimensions of a matrix, count the number of rows and columns it contains.

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What is the significance of the augmented part of an augmented matrix?

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The augmented part of an augmented matrix represents the constants from the system of equations, allowing for the solution of the equations using matrix methods.

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What is the difference between a 2 x 3 matrix and a 3 x 2 matrix?

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A 2 x 3 matrix has 2 rows and 3 columns, while a 3 x 2 matrix has 3 rows and 2 columns.

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How can you represent the equation 2x + 3y = 5 in an augmented matrix form?

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The equation 2x + 3y = 5 can be represented as [2 3 | 5] in augmented matrix form.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.C.8