MATRICES

3 -6 Using matrices to
solve Systems of Equations

Objectives

To represent a system of linear

equations with a matrix
To solve a system of linear
equations using matrices

What is a Matrix?

A Matrix is a rectangular array of

numbers
We usually display them in
brackets

Row and Column in a

Matrix

Representing a system with

Matrix
2x + y = 9
X 6y = -1

Representing 3 x 3 matrix
Represent the system of equations
with a matrix
X 3y + z = 6
X + 3z = 12
Y = -5x + 1

Writing a system from

Matrix
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Solving a system using

Matrix
X + 4y = -1
2x + 5y = 4