If $\begin{pmatrix} e & f \\ g & h \end{pmatrix}$ is the inverse of the matrix $\begin{pmatrix} a & b \\ c & d \end{pmatrix}$ where $ad - bc = 1$, then $g$ equals
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Always memorize inverse of $2\times2$ matrix—it saves time in exams.
Concept:
Inverse of a $2 \times 2$ matrix:
\[
\begin{pmatrix} a & b \\ c & d \end{pmatrix}^{-1}
=
\frac{1}{ad-bc}
\begin{pmatrix} d & -b \\ -c & a \end{pmatrix}
\]
Step 1: Use given determinant.
\[
ad - bc = 1
\]
So inverse becomes:
\[
\begin{pmatrix} d & -b \\ -c & a \end{pmatrix}
\]
Step 2: Compare with given matrix.
\[
\begin{pmatrix} e & f \\ g & h \end{pmatrix}
=
\begin{pmatrix} d & -b \\ -c & a \end{pmatrix}
\]
Step 3: Identify $g$.
\[
g = -c
\]
Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{-c}
\]