Prove that two linear transformations are equal

linear algebralinear-transformations

Let $S,T: V \rightarrow W$ linear transformations and $\{v_1,…,v_n\}$ a basis for $V$. It is given that $$\forall i : T(v_i) = S(v_i)$$
Prove that T = S

My approach is assuming $B$ is a basis for $W$ and showing that $[T]^V_B = [S]^V_B$, But I can't explain the logic even if it's true.

Best Answer

Hint: You need to show that $S(v) = T(v)$ for all vectors $v\in V$. Write $v = a_1v_1 + \dots+ a_n v_n$, where $a_1, a_2, \dots, a_n$ are scalars and use linearity of $S$ and $T$.

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