Education Math gurus help this poor sod out

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  1. bahgger

    bahgger Minimodder

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    Hey guys, so I'm trying to find the eigenvalues for the following matrix:

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    As you can see, I multiplied it out and then grouped the coefficients for lambda (which is the eigenvalue).

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    What on earth do I do now? Alternate suggestions as to how I can solve this are appreciated!

    PS: I have MATLAB and could use that to find my eigenvalues should it be required.
     

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