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A 3 × 3 matrix has eigen values 0, 2 + i and 2 - i. Which one of the following statement is correct?

A. The matrix, is Hermitian

B. The matrix is unitary

C. The inverse of the matrix exists

D. The determinant of the matrix is zero

Answer: Option D


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