The set of all non-singular square matrices of same order with respect...
Explanation:
To determine whether the set of all non-singular square matrices of the same order form a group with respect to matrix multiplication, we need to check whether it satisfies the four group axioms:
1. Closure: The product of any two non-singular square matrices of the same order is also a non-singular square matrix of the same order. Therefore, the set is closed under matrix multiplication.
2. Associativity: Matrix multiplication is associative, which means that for any three matrices A, B, and C of the same order, (AB)C = A(BC). Since matrix multiplication is associative, the set satisfies the associativity property.
3. Identity element: The identity matrix I, which is a non-singular square matrix of the same order as any matrix in the set, serves as the identity element. For any matrix A in the set, AI = A and IA = A. Therefore, the set contains an identity element.
4. Inverse element: For every non-singular square matrix A in the set, there exists an inverse matrix A^(-1) such that AA^(-1) = A^(-1)A = I, where I is the identity matrix. The inverse of A is also a non-singular square matrix of the same order. Therefore, the set contains inverse elements for every matrix.
Since the set of all non-singular square matrices of the same order satisfies all four group axioms, it can be concluded that it forms a group with respect to matrix multiplication.
Hence, the correct answer is option 'C' - group.
The set of all non-singular square matrices of same order with respect...
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Identify the Algebraic Structure:
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Check Group Axioms:
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Closure: The product of two invertible matrices is invertible.
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Associativity: Matrix multiplication is associative.
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Identity Element: The identity matrix II serves as the multiplicative identity.
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Inverses: Every non-singular matrix has an inverse.
Since all group axioms are satisfied, the set forms a group.
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Eliminate Incorrect Options:
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A (Quasi-group): A group is a quasi-group, but this is not the most specific answer.
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B (Monoid): A monoid lacks inverses for all elements; here, inverses exist.
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D (Abelian Group): Matrix multiplication is not commutative in general, so the group is non-abelian.
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Hence option C is correct