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Determinants Guide

Determinants Level 13: 3x3 sparse (+/-6). 3x3 cofactor boxes.

1. First cofactor box

1. First cofactor box
Show the first entry times its 2x2 minor.

2. Second cofactor box

2. Second cofactor box
Settle box 1; show the next 2x2 minor.

3. Third cofactor box

3. Third cofactor box
Settle box 2; show the final 2x2 minor.

4. Add three boxes

4. Add three boxes
Add the three signed box values.