Gauss Elimination System of Equations
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What is the first step in applying Gauss Elimination to the given system of equations?

  • Isolate one variable on one side of the equations.
  • Add all equations together.
  • Subtract the second equation from the first.
  • Transform the system into an augmented matrix. (correct)
  • Which equation represents a linear combination of the other equations in the given system?

  • $3w + 4u - 7y + 2z = -7$ (correct)
  • $5w - 2u + 5y - 4z = 5$
  • $2w + 3u + y - 11z = 1$
  • $w - u + 3y - 3z = 3$
  • What indicates the potential nonexistence of solutions when using Gauss Elimination?

  • A row that simplifies to zero equals zero.
  • An identity matrix is formed.
  • All equations lead to identical results.
  • A row that simplifies to a non-zero constant equaling zero. (correct)
  • After performing Gauss Elimination, how can you determine if there is one unique solution?

    <p>The system must yield a triangular form with a non-zero row for each equation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the given system, which variable must be expressed in terms of others to pursue a solution after the elimination process?

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    Study Notes

    Gauss Elimination Overview

    • Gauss elimination is a mathematical method for solving systems of linear equations.
    • The process transforms the system into an upper triangular matrix, making it easier to find solutions using back substitution.

    Given System of Equations

    • The system consists of four equations with four variables: ( w, u, y, z ).
    • Equations provided:
      • ( 2w + 3u + y - 11z = 1 )
      • ( 5w - 2u + 5y - 4z = 5 )
      • ( w - u + 3y - 3z = 3 )
      • ( 3w + 4u - 7y + 2z = -7 )

    Step-by-Step Gaussian Elimination

    • Step 1: Identify pivot elements in the first column of the matrix.
    • Step 2: Use the first row to eliminate the first variable in the subsequent rows.
    • Step 3: Move to the second column and repeat the elimination process.
    • Step 4: Continue until an upper triangular form is achieved.

    Analyzing Solutions

    • After executing the elimination process, check for inconsistencies in the resulting equations.
    • Inconsistencies, such as a row representing ( 0 = c ) where ( c ) is a non-zero constant, indicate that there are no solutions.
    • Nonexistence of solutions arises when an equation contradicts the others, suggesting the lines do not intersect, meaning the system is inconsistent.

    Conclusion on Solution Existence

    • A thorough analysis of the final matrix after Gaussian elimination will reveal if the system is solvable.
    • Document final row echelon form to verify if any row presents a contradiction.

    Importance of Gaussian Elimination

    • Essential tool in linear algebra for efficiently solving systems of equations.
    • Helps to depict the relationship between equations, highlighting the existence or nonexistence of viable solutions.

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    Solve the given system of equations using Gauss elimination and indicate if there are no solutions. This quiz tests your understanding of linear algebra and the methods for solving systems of linear equations.

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