advanced-linear-algebra
Quadratic forms and polarization
taught
Every quadratic form Q(v)=B(v,v) comes from a UNIQUE symmetric bilinear form B, recoverable by the polarization identity.
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Quadratic forms and polarization
Advanced Linear Algebra
Requires
- symmetric-and-alternating-forms required
Required by
- Diagonalizing a form by completing the square required
- Quadratic forms as surfaces required
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