SLE – Rank of a Matrix and Consistency of Systems

In a matrix, the rank is always ≤ the minimum of (m, n),
where m, n indicate the dimensions of the matrix (m × n).


Types of systems

  • SCD = Sistema Compatible Determinat (una solució)
    Consistent System with a Unique Solution

  • SCI = Sistema Compatible Indeterminat (infinites solucions)
    Consistent System with Infinitely Many Solutions

  • SI = Sistema Incompatible
    Inconsistent System (no solution)

Matrix Rank in Python

Three 3×3 cases to illustrate rank: identity (3), dependent rows (2) and dependent columns (1)