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Scalar

Definition Of Scalar

A scalar is a quantity, which has only magnitude but no direction.

In other words, a scalar is just a constant.

More About Scalar

Scalar Multiplication: Scalar multiplication is the multiplication of any m × n matrix by a scalar quantity.
The following are examples of scalar multiplication. 
k[a b c] = [ka kb kc], Where k is a scalar

Video Examples: Vectors & Scalars

Solved Example on Scalar

Ques: Find the scalar product of - 7 and the square matrix .

Choices:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1:  
Step 2:   [The scalar product of k and matrix A is A.] 
Step 3: