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If for the matrix A, A3 = I then A−1 = __________. 

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  2. A3 
  3. A
  4. None of these

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Option 1 : A2
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Explanation:
We are given that A3 = I, where I is the identity matrix.

This implies: A × A × A = I

Now, multiply both sides by A-1 on the right:

A × A × A × A-1 = I × A-1

⟹ A × A = A2 = A-1

⟹ A-1 = A2

Final Answer: Option 1) A2 ✅

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