If P and Q are symmetric matrices, then QP-PQ is Option 1: Skew-symmetric matrix Option 2: Singular matrix Option 3: Zero matrix Option 4: Symmetric matrix

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CUET Mathematics 2026 18th May Shift 1

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Skew-symmetric matrix

Singular matrix

Zero matrix

Symmetric matrix

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