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# Matrix rank mathematical notation

Matrix rank is a recurring research-paper notation family. Counts the independent row or column directions represented by a matrix.

## Public overview

Matrix rank: Counts the independent row or column directions represented by a matrix. Example: A d-dimensional identity matrix has d independent directions.

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