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What is the order of a matrix?
The number of rows and columns in the matrix
What is a scalar matrix?
A matrix where all diagonal elements are equal and non-diagonal elements are zero
When does the commutative law hold for matrix multiplication?
It does not hold in general (i.e., AB ≠ BA)
What is the multiplicative identity of a matrix?
An identity matrix
How is the determinant of a square matrix defined?
The product of the main diagonal elements minus the product of off-diagonal elements
Test your knowledge on matrices and determinants by assessing your understanding of defining and identifying different types of matrices, relating matrix formation to real life, and understanding the order and equality of matrices.
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