Question:

If A=bmatrix2&0&0
2&2&0
2&2&2bmatrix, then det(adj A) is equal to:

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For an n× n matrix, det(adj A)=(det A)ⁿ⁻¹.
Updated On: Mar 18, 2026
  • 8bmatrix1&0&0
    1&1&0
    1&1&1bmatrix
  • 16bmatrix1&0&0
    1&1&0
    1&1&1bmatrix
  • 64bmatrix1&0&0
    1&1&0
    1&1&1bmatrix
  • None of these
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation


Step 1: Determinant of A.
det A = 2·2·2 = 8
Step 2: Property of adjoint.
det(adj A) = (det A)ⁿ⁻¹
Step 3: Substitution.
det(adj A) = 8² = 64 = 16 × 4
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