PLS HELP! Algebra 2, matrices

Question

Find the values of the variables.

[−10 -w^2] [2k -64]

=

[2f 3] [-20 3]

Answer 1

Hi Jordan,

Since your matrices are both 2*2, you can essentially match terms:

-10=2k

k=-5

2f=-20

f=-10

-w²=-64

w= +/-8

I hope this helps.