Practice Symmetric Relations - 17.2 | 17. Irreflexive Relation | Discrete Mathematics - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

Define a symmetric relation in your own words.

💡 Hint: Think about bilateral relationships.

Question 2

Easy

Is the relation {(1, 1), (1, 2)} symmetric?

💡 Hint: Check to see if the opposite pairs exist.

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Question 1

What defines a symmetric relation?

  • If (a
  • b) implies (b
  • a)
  • If (a
  • b) implies (a
  • c)
  • If (a
  • a) is always present

💡 Hint: Consider the pairs and their relationships.

Question 2

True or False: A reflexive relation is always symmetric.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember an example where reflexive does not mean symmetric.

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Question 1

Construct a symmetric relation for a set A = {1, 2, 3} and explain its properties.

💡 Hint: Ensure all necessary reciprocate pairs are included.

Question 2

Prove whether a relation defined as R = {(1, 2), (2, 3), (1, 3)} can be symmetric.

💡 Hint: Check for reciprocal relationships.

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