Question:

Consider the matrix \(A=\begin{bmatrix}2& 3x& y\end{bmatrix}\). If the eigen values of \(A\) are \(4\) and \(8\), then

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For a \(2\times2\) matrix, sum of eigenvalues equals trace and product equals determinant.
  • \(x=4,\ y=10\)
  • \(x=5,\ y=8\)
  • \(x=-3,\ y=9\)
  • \(x=-4,\ y=10\)
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Concept:
For a square matrix, the sum of eigenvalues is equal to the trace, and the product of eigenvalues is equal to the determinant. Given matrix: \[ A=\begin{bmatrix}2& 3x& y\end{bmatrix} \] Eigenvalues are \[ 4,\quad 8 \]

Step 1: Use trace.
Sum of eigenvalues: \[ 4+8=12 \] Trace of \(A\): \[ 2+y \] Therefore, \[ 2+y=12 \] \[ y=10 \]

Step 2: Use determinant.
Product of eigenvalues: \[ 4\cdot 8=32 \] Determinant of \(A\): \[ \det A=2y-3x \] Substitute \(y=10\): \[ 2(10)-3x=32 \] \[ 20-3x=32 \] \[ -3x=12 \] \[ x=-4 \]

Step 3: Final answer.
\[ \boxed{x=-4,\ y=10} \]
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