Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Mathematics - Section A

Chapter

Matrices

Question:

If \(A=\left[\begin{array}{ll}1& 2a\\ -8 & b+1\end{array}\right]\) and \(B=\left[\begin{array}{ll}1 &-6\\ -8 &13\end{array}\right]\) are equal matrices, then the value of \(a\) and \(b\) are respectively

Options:

\(-3,6\)

\(-3,4\)

\(-3,12\)

\(-3,6\)

Correct Answer:

\(-3,12\)

Explanation:

Two matrices are equal if and only if they are equal entry wise.

2a = -6

a = -3

b + 1 = 13

b = 13 - 1 = 12