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Consider the dynamical system \[ \vec{x}(t+1)=A \vec{x}(t), \quad \text { where } \quad A=\left[\begin{array}{ccc} 0.4 & 0.1 & 0.5 \\ 0.4 & 0.3 & 0.1 \\ 0.2 & 0.6 & 0.4 \end{array}\right] \] perhaps modeling the way people surf a mini-Web, as in Exercise 7.4 .1 a. Using technology, compute a high power of $A,$ such as $A^{20}$. What do you observe? Make a conjecture for $\lim _{t \rightarrow \infty} A^{t} .$ (In part e, you will prove this conjecture.) b. Use technology to find the complex eigenvalues of A. Is matrix $A$ diagonalizable over $\mathbb{C} ?$ c. Find the equilibrium distribution $\vec{x}_{e q u}$ for $A,$ that is, the unique distribution vector in the eigenspace $E_{1}$ d. Without using Theorem 7.4 .1 (which was proven only for matrices that are diagonalizable over $\mathbb{R}$ ), show that $\lim _{t \rightarrow \infty}\left(A^{t} \vec{x}_{0}\right)=\vec{x}_{e q u}$ for any distribution vector $\vec{x}_{0} .$ Hint: Adapt the proof of Theorem 7.4 .1 to the complex case. e. Find $\lim _{t \rightarrow \infty} A^{t},$ proving your conjecture from part a.

Consider the dynamical system
\[
\vec{x}(t+1)=A \vec{x}(t), \quad \text { where } \quad A=\left[\begin{array}{ccc}
0.4 & 0.1 & 0.5 \\
0.4 & 0.3 & 0.1 \\
0.2 & 0.6 & 0.4
\end{array}\right]
\]
perhaps modeling the way people surf a mini-Web, as in Exercise 7.4 .1
a. Using technology, compute a high power of $A,$ such as $A^{20}$. What do you observe? Make a conjecture for $\lim _{t \rightarrow \infty} A^{t} .$ (In part e, you will prove this conjecture.)
b. Use technology to find the complex eigenvalues of
A. Is matrix $A$ diagonalizable over $\mathbb{C} ?$
c. Find the equilibrium distribution $\vec{x}_{e q u}$ for $A,$ that is, the unique distribution vector in the eigenspace $E_{1}$
d. Without using Theorem 7.4 .1 (which was proven only for matrices that are diagonalizable over $\mathbb{R}$ ), show that $\lim _{t \rightarrow \infty}\left(A^{t} \vec{x}_{0}\right)=\vec{x}_{e q u}$ for any distribution
vector $\vec{x}_{0} .$ Hint: Adapt the proof of Theorem 7.4 .1 to the complex case.
e. Find $\lim _{t \rightarrow \infty} A^{t},$ proving your conjecture from part a.

Key Concepts

Dynamical Systems

A dynamical system is a mathematical framework used to describe the evolution of a state over time. In the context of discrete time steps, the system is often represented by iterating a function or a matrix, which models how the state changes from one step to the next. This concept is fundamental in understanding stability, long-term behavior, and convergence of iterative processes.

Matrix Powers and Convergence

Taking high powers of a matrix, such as A^t, reveals the long-term behavior of the system described by that matrix. Under certain conditions, these powers converge to a limiting matrix which, when applied to any initial state vector, produces a consistent final state. This concept is closely related to the idea of stability and attractors in dynamical systems.

Eigenvalues and Eigenspaces

Eigenvalues and eigenspaces provide critical insight into the structure of a matrix. The eigenvalue of 1, in particular, is significant in the study of iterative processes since its corresponding eigenspace often contains invariant vectors, or equilibrium states, that remain unchanged under the transformation. This concept aids in understanding which directions in the space are expanded, contracted, or remain neutral under repeated application of the matrix.

Diagonalization

Diagonalization is the process of decomposing a matrix into a product of matrices involving a diagonal matrix that contains the eigenvalues, and matrices containing the corresponding eigenvectors. When a matrix is diagonalizable, its powers can be computed more easily by raising the eigenvalues to those powers, which simplifies the analysis of its long-term behavior and helps in understanding convergence properties.

Invariant (Equilibrium) Distribution

An invariant or equilibrium distribution is a special vector that does not change when the transformation (or matrix) is applied. In the context of stochastic or Markov processes, this corresponds to a steady state that the system converges to over time. Finding the invariant vector is crucial because it describes the long-term behavior of the system regardless of the initial state.

Complex Eigenvalues

Complex eigenvalues arise when a matrix does not have enough real eigenvalues to fully describe its behavior. Their presence can lead to oscillatory dynamics in the evolution of the system. Studying complex eigenvalues involves extending techniques from real analysis to the complex domain, ensuring that conclusions about convergence and stability remain valid even when complex numbers are involved.

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