Extensive applications of linear algebra concepts to a variety of real-world situations are provided. Students learn how theories and concepts of linear algebra can help solve modern-day problems.
Abundant computer exercises—more extensive than any other linear algebra book available—help students visualize and discover linear algebra, and allow them to explore more realistic applications that are too computationally intensive to work out by hand. These exercises also give students experience in performing matrix computations.
Worked-out examples illustrate new concepts, making the material less abstract and helping students quickly build their understanding.
Two chapter tests for every chapter help students study for exams and get the practice they need to master the material.
A comprehensive MATLAB® appendix gives users all the information they need to use the latest version of MATLAB.
1. Matrices and Systems of Equations
2. Determinants
3. Vector Spaces
4. Linear Transformations
5. Orthogonality
6. Eigenvalues
7. Numerical Linear Algebra
8. Canonical Forms
Appendix: MATLAB