Linear algebra is the mathematics of linearity. Because of expanded use of linear algebra to other disciplines today, this book also deals with applications.
Importance of mastering the vocabulary. In mathematics, it is a definition. Be certain that you understand the meaning of all of the terms defined in that section before doing any of the exercises. It is also recommended for you to remember a few examples of each concept that is defined.
After learning the new vocabulary in a section, pay attention to the theorems, which are the main results of the vocabulary. Understand thoroughly and express the result in your own words. (If you can’t communicate an idea in writing, then you don’t understand it well.)
One of the best ways to learn mathematics is by working exercises. The exercises sets in this book: true/false questions → computation exercises → exercises that ask for an explanation, justification, or conjecture.
some specific suggestions:
- Read the text before a discussion occurs.
- Review often.