Practice Induction - 12.2 | 12. Induction | Discrete Mathematics - Vol 1
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Question 1

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What is the base case in proof by induction?

💡 Hint: Think of the first value where the property must hold true.

Question 2

Easy

What must be proven in the inductive step?

💡 Hint: Consider what happens when you move to the next number.

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Question 1

What is the first step in proof by induction?

  • Proving the base case
  • Proving the inductive step
  • Drawing a conclusion

💡 Hint: It is what sets the stage for the entire induction.

Question 2

Is strong induction different from regular induction?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how many cases can be assumed.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Prove using induction that for all n >= 1, the sum of the first n integers is equal to n(n + 1)/2.

💡 Hint: Think about how you can break down the sum at k + 1.

Question 2

Show that every integer greater than or equal to 40 can be represented as a sum of 4’s and 5’s using strong induction.

💡 Hint: Focus on how the numbers can be formed by combining earlier proven cases.

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