Final answer:
To solve matrix equations, we can translate them into a system of linear equations by following these steps: identify the knowns, solve for the unknowns, substitute known values and units into the equations, and check the reasonableness of the answer.
Step-by-step explanation:
- Make a list of what is given or can be inferred from the problem as stated (identify the knowns).
- Solve the appropriate equation or equations for the quantity to be determined (the unknown).
- Substitute the known values along with their units into the appropriate equation, and obtain numerical solutions complete with units.
- Check your answer to see if it is reasonable: Does your answer make sense?