If all elements of a 3×3 determinant are multiplied by 2, the value of the new determinant is:
If all elements of a 3×3 determinant are multiplied by 2, the value of the new determinant is:
- A. 2 times the original
- B. 4 times the original
- C. 8 times the original
- D. Unchanged
Answer: C) 8 times the original
Explanation: Multiplying all elements by 2 means multiplying each of the 3 rows by 2. This pulls out a factor of 2³ = 8.
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