If in a matrix any two rows or columns are identical or proportional or linearly dependent, thedeterminant will be

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Question:

If in a matrix any two rows or columns are identical or proportional or linearly dependent, thedeterminant will be

A.

equal

B.

zero

C.

unity

D.

infinity

Answer» b. zero

Note: The above multiple-choice question is for all general and Competitive Exams in India.