Creating Matrices

$\blacktriangleright$ To create a matrix

1.
Click itbpF0.3009in0.3009in0.0701inmatrix.wmf or choose Insert + Matrix.

2.
Select the number of rows and columns.

3.
Click OK.

4.
Type in the entries.

The entries can be any valid mathematical expression. Both real and complex numbers are legitimate entries, as well as algebraic expressions.

You can move about in a matrix with the arrow keys, by pressing TAB and BACKTAB, and by using the mouse. Pressing SPACEBAR will move your insertion point through the mathematics or out of the matrix.

A 2×2 matrix can be entered from a Windows keyboard with CTRL + A. You can also create an m×n matrix using Fill Matrix from the Matrices submenu.

$\blacktriangleright$ To create a matrix with Fill Matrix

  1. From the Matrices submenu, choose Fill Matrix.

  2. Set the row and column numbers.

  3. Choose one of the menu items from the dialog box.dtbpF3.5051in2.06in0ptfillmat2.wmf

  4. Click OK.

The matrix will appear inside the brackets, filled with the entries you chose. These choices are discussed in the next few paragraphs.


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