Given $A = \left[ \begin{array} { c c } 3 & - 1 \\2 & 2\end{array} \right]$

question 23

Essay

Given $A = \left[ \begin{array} { c c } 3 & - 1 \\2 & 2\end{array} \right]$ and $B = \left[ \begin{array} { c c } 2 & 3 \\- 1 & 5\end{array} \right]$ , find $A B$ , or explain why the operation cannot be performed.

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Definitions:

Haplodiploidy Hypothesis

A theory related to social behavior in insects, suggesting that the unusual sex determination system of haplodiploidy contributes to the evolution of eusociality, especially in bees, ants, and wasps.

Kin Selection

A biological approach that prioritizes the reproductive achievements of an organism's kin, sometimes sacrificing the organism's own life and reproductive potential.

Coefficient of Relatedness

A measure of the genetic similarity between individuals, used to predict the likelihood of altruistic behavior.

Evolution of Altruism

The process through which selfless behaviors that benefit other individuals at a cost to oneself become advantageous in evolutionary terms.