determinant
Matrix determinant function.
Syntax
determinant(mat_expr)
Argument
- mat_expr
- A square matrix which can contain any combination of values or formulae.
Example
| Templex Expression | Result |
|---|---|
{determinant({{1, 3},{2, 4}})} |
-2 |
{determinant({{1, 2, 4}, {1, 3, 9},{1, 4,
16}})} |
2 |
Comments
The determinant function computes the determinant of a matrix, using an LU decomposition method. Determinants can only be calculated for a square matrix (a matrix containing the same number of rows and columns). If the determinant is zero, expr is singular and cannot be inverted.