Question

Find the determinant of the following matrix. [2 3] [1. 4]​

Answer 1

5

Explanation:

[2 3]

[1 4]

The determinant of the above matrix can be obtained as follow :

|2 3|

|1 4|

= (2×4) – (1×3)

= 8 – 3

= 5

Thus, the determinant of the metrix is 5