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== Linear algebra ==

== Linear algebra ==

In [[linear algebra]], a basis is a set of [[linearly independent]] vectors that [[spans]] a vector space ''V''.  Any vector in the vector space can then be written as a linear combination of the basis.   

In [[linear algebra]], a basis is a set of [[linear independence|linearly independent]] vectors that [[spans]] a vector space ''V''.  Any vector in the vector space can then be written as a linear combination of the basis.   

This usage of the term is similar to its common usage:  a basis is the foundation for what is needed.

This usage of the term is similar to its common usage:  a basis is the foundation for what is needed.