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If the determinant of the matrix \(\begin{pmatrix} 2 & x \\ 3 & 5 \end{pmatrix}...

Further Mathematics
WAEC 2018

If the determinant of the matrix \(\begin{pmatrix} 2 & x \\ 3 & 5 \end{pmatrix} = 13\), find the value of x.

  • A. -2
  • B. -1
  • C. 1
  • D. 2
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Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation

\(\begin{pmatrix} 2 & x \\ 3 & 5 \end{pmatrix} = 13\)

\(\begin{vmatrix} 2 & x \\ 3 & 5 \end{vmatrix} = (2 \times 5) - (3 \times x) = 13\)

\(10 - 3x = 13 \implies -3x = 3; x = -1\)


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