Find the Determinant of the Matrix by the Method of Expansion

question 149

Multiple Choice

Find the determinant of the matrix by the method of expansion by cofactors.Expand using the column 2. $\left[ \begin{array} { c c c } - 3 & 2 & 1 \\4 & 5 & 6 \\2 & - 3 & 1\end{array} \right]$

• A)-75
• B)75
• C)-73
• D)-74
• E)-76

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