Linear Algebra and Its ApplicationsLinear Algebra and Its Applications, Second Edition fulfills the need for a book that will permit the teaching of the applications of linear algebra, in combination with the underlying mathematics. Comprised of eight chapters, the book aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the concepts and methods in linear algebra. The text starts with the discussion of the Gaussian elimination, the simplest and most useful method of solution. This chapter is followed by chapters that focus on the study of vector spaces, projections and inner products, determinants, and eigenvalues. Discussions on positive definite matrices, computations with matrices, and introduction to linear programming and game theory are provided as well. This text is intended for use by college students. |
