Scalar multiplication refers to the multiplication of a vector by a constant , producing a vector in the same (for ) or opposite (for ) direction but of different length. Scalar multiplication is indicated in the Wolfram Language by placing a scalar next to a vector (with or without an optional asterisk), sa1, a2, ..., an.
Scalar Multiplication
See also
Multiplication, Vector, Vector Addition, Vector MultiplicationExplore with Wolfram|Alpha
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Weisstein, Eric W. "Scalar Multiplication." From MathWorld--A Wolfram Web Resource. https://mathworld.wolfram.com/ScalarMultiplication.html