JAMB Mathematics · Section 2

Matrices and Determinants

Section II: Algebra

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Official JAMB Mathematics outline · Section II: Algebra

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a. Algebra of matrices not exceeding 3 × 3

Objective

Perform the basic operations (multiplication, addition, subtraction and division) on matrices.

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b. Determinants of matrices not exceeding 3 × 3

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Calculate determinants of matrices.

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c. Inverses of 2 × 2 matrices

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Compute inverses of 2 × 2 matrices.

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Note: Excluding quadratic and higher degree equations.

Objective

Apply the stated restrictions when solving problems involving matrices and determinants.

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