wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

A square matrix P satisfies P2=I−2P, where I is identify matrix. If P2+P3+P4=a2I−b2P, then

A
a2+b4 is a perfect square
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
a4+b2 is a perfect square
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
a2+b2 is prime
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
D
a4+b4 is prime
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
Open in App
Solution

The correct options are
B a4+b2 is a perfect square
C a2+b2 is prime
D a4+b4 is prime
P3=(I2P)P=P2(I2P)=5P2I
P4=(5P2I)P=5(I2P)2P=5I12P
now check for all options

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Some Functions and Their Graphs
MATHEMATICS
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon