Practice Comparable and Incomparable Elements - 23.2.9 | 23. Partial Ordering - part A | Discrete Mathematics - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

Define reflexivity in terms of partial ordering.

💡 Hint: Think about how your name relates to you.

Question 2

Easy

What is the meaning of incomparable elements?

💡 Hint: Consider numbers that do not divide each other.

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Question 1

What must a relation satisfy to be a partial ordering?

  • Reflexivity only
  • Reflexivity
  • Antisymmetry
  • and Transitivity
  • Any relationship

💡 Hint: Recall the acronym R-A-T.

Question 2

True or False: In a total order, no elements are incomparable.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the definition of total ordering.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given the set S = {a, b, c} with the relation defined as 'a divides b, a divides c', construct a Hasse diagram and verify all properties.

💡 Hint: Focus on visual arrangement of the nodes and the relationships they imply.

Question 2

List three scenarios where partial ordering would apply, ensuring to highlight incomparable elements.

💡 Hint: Think of real-world examples that show relationships and dependencies.

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