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What is the kernel of L?
What is the kernel of L?
denoted KerL is the subset of V consisting of all elements v of V such that L(v) = 0w
What are the implications of the kernel with respect to one-to-one transformations and subspaces?
What are the implications of the kernel with respect to one-to-one transformations and subspaces?
Which of the following statements are true regarding the range of L for the transformation L: V to W?
Which of the following statements are true regarding the range of L for the transformation L: V to W?
What does Theorem 6.6 state regarding the dimensions of the kernel and range?
What does Theorem 6.6 state regarding the dimensions of the kernel and range?
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According to Theorem 6.8, when is a linear transformation L: V → W one-to-one?
According to Theorem 6.8, when is a linear transformation L: V → W one-to-one?
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What are equivalent statements in the context of linear transformations?
What are equivalent statements in the context of linear transformations?
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Study Notes
Kernel of Linear Transformation
- The kernel of a linear transformation L, denoted as Ker L, includes all vectors v in vector space V such that L(v) = 0_w (the zero vector in W).
- The kernel indicates the vectors that are mapped to the zero vector, highlighting dependencies within the transformation.
Implications of Kernel on One-to-One Transformations and Subspaces
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Theorem 6.4 asserts that if L: V → W is a linear transformation, then:
- The kernel Ker L is a subspace of V.
- The transformation L is one-to-one if and only if Ker L = {0_v} (only the zero vector).
Range of Linear Transformation
- The range of the transformation L, also denoted as Range L, is:
- A subspace of vector space W.
- Comprised of all vectors that can be represented as L(v) for vectors v in V.
- The transformation L is onto if and only if Range L = W, meaning every vector in W is an image of some vector in V.
Dimension Relationship of Kernel and Range
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Theorem 6.6 establishes that for a linear transformation L: V → W of an n-dimensional vector space:
- The sum of the dimensions of the kernel and range equals the dimension of V: dim Ker L + dim Range L = dim V.
- Corollary when dim V = dim W:
- If L is one-to-one, then it is also onto.
- If L is onto, then it is also one-to-one.
Linear Independence and One-to-One Transformations
- Theorem 6.8 states that a linear transformation L: V → W is one-to-one if and only if the image of every linearly independent set of vectors from V is also linearly independent in W.
- This indicates a direct relationship between the properties of vector independence in both spaces under the transformation.
Equivalent Statements Regarding Linear Transformations
- A list of equivalent statements can provide further insights into the characteristics of linear transformations, particularly in relation to kernels, ranges, and vector independence.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of kernel and range in linear transformations with this quiz. Understand the implications of the kernel on one-to-one mappings and subspaces in vector spaces. Perfect for students studying linear algebra.
