5. (i) Let A be an n x n matrix over C. Show that the eigenvectors corresponding to distinct eigenvalues are linearly independent. (ii) Show that eigenvectors of a normal matrix M corresponding to distinct eigenvalues are orthogonal.

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5. (i) Let A be an nx n matrix over C. Show that the eigenvectors
corresponding to distinct eigenvalues are linearly independent.
(ii) Show that eigenvectors of a normal matrix M corresponding to distinct
eigenvalues are orthogonal.
Transcribed Image Text:5. (i) Let A be an nx n matrix over C. Show that the eigenvectors corresponding to distinct eigenvalues are linearly independent. (ii) Show that eigenvectors of a normal matrix M corresponding to distinct eigenvalues are orthogonal.
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