Question

Which statement is true of the determinant of a matrix? A. It can be either positive or zero, but never negative. B. It can have more than one value, depending on the order of the matrix. C. It is the product of all diagonal entries in a square matrix. D. It can be computed only for a square matrix.

Answer 1

Answer: D

Explanation:

A. Det can be negative.

B. Is gobbledygook

C. All components of the matrix are included.

D. The others have been eliminated, and it's true.