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AP EAMCET · Maths · Determinants

If each element, of a determinant of third order with value \(A\), is multiplied by 3 , then the value of newly formed determinant is

  1. A 3A
  2. B 9A
  3. C 27A
  4. D -27A
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Correct Answer

(C) 27A

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Detailed explanation

Since, we know that, if \(P\) is any matrix of order n. Then, \(|K P|=K^n|P|\), where \(K\) is constant. Given \(|P|=A\), where \(P\) is of order 3 . \[ \therefore \quad|3 P|=3^3|P|=27 A \]