Compute the Determinant of the Matrix Without Using a Calculator

question 54

Multiple Choice

Compute the determinant of the matrix without using a calculator. If the determinant is zero, write singular matrix.

• A) 33
• B) -32
• C) 32
• D) singular matrix

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