A permutation representation is a specific type of linear representation of a group where the group acts on a vector space by permuting its basis elements. This means that each group element corresponds to a linear transformation that rearranges the vectors in the space, effectively showcasing the group's structure through these actions. Understanding permutation representations is crucial for grasping how groups can be represented in a linear algebraic setting and has practical applications in finite group theory.
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