MCQ
If A is a singular matrix, then adj A is:
  • A
    Non-singular.
  • Singular.
  • C
    Symmetric.
  • D
    Not defined.

Answer

Correct option: B.
Singular.
If A is singular matrix then adjoint of A is also singular.

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