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If |A| = 5 for a 3×3 matrix A, then |2A| equals:

Answer: 40.

  • A 40
  • B 10
  • C 5
  • D 20

Correct answer: A. 40

Explanation: |kA| = kⁿ|A| for an n×n matrix, so |2A| = 2³ × 5 = 40.

Concept context

Evaluation of determinants, cofactors, adjoint, inverse of matrix, Cramer's rule and area applications. Always in board and JEE.

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