Evaluate the Determinant $$\left| \begin{array} { l l } - 6 & 5 \\- 2 & 2\end{array} \right|$$

question 50

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the determinant.
- $$\left| \begin{array} { l l } - 6 & 5 \\- 2 & 2\end{array} \right|$$

• A)-2
• B)-26
• C)-22
• D)2

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