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Use this determinant calculator to calculate calculate the determinant of a 2x2 matrix.
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This calculator applies the formula det = ad - bc. Enter each value with the matching unit, and AZCalculate updates the result instantly.
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det = ad - bc
This calculator applies the formula det = ad - bc. Enter each value with the matching unit, and AZCalculate updates the result instantly.
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Worked example
Determinant: -2
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