Exercise 1053Linear algebra › Matrices and linear systemsL1Added 3 Nov 2026
Eigenvalues and eigenvectors of a 2×2 matrix
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Statement
Find the eigenvalues and eigenvectors of
Hint
The characteristic polynomial is . For each eigenvalue, solve .
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Solution
Characteristic polynomial.
The roots are and .
Eigenvector for .
The kernel is spanned by .
Eigenvector for .
The kernel is spanned by .
Conclusion. Eigenvalues and , with eigenvectors and respectively.