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<p>Hello,</p>
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<p>just a quick question:</p>
<p>The CG method is generally derived for spd matrices. However, the PETSc man page states</p>
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<p>Notes: The PCG method requires both the matrix and preconditioner to be symmetric positive (or negative) (semi) definite Only left preconditioning is supported.</p>
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<p>Does this mean CG works for semi-definite problems as well? Is that guaranteed then?
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<p>Thanks.</p>
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