Eigenvalues and eigenvectors (λ such that Av is parallel to v; solve characteristic equation.)

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λ such that Av is parallel to v; solve characteristic equation.

What each symbol means

SymbolWhat it stands for
xEigenvector (nonzero)
\lambdaEigenvalue

When to use this

Square A; eigenvector must be nonzero.