Practice Category 1 of Combinations - 12.3.1 | 12. Combinatorial Proofs | Discrete Mathematics - Vol 2
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12.3.1 - Category 1 of Combinations

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a combinatorial proof?

💡 Hint: Think about how we count objects.

Question 2

Easy

Give an example of a combinatorial identity.

💡 Hint: Consider how combinations link together.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the goal of a combinatorial proof?

  • To simplify expressions
  • To prove counts are equal
  • To expand formulas

💡 Hint: Remember that simplification is not involved!

Question 2

True or False: In combinatorial proofs, you often simplify the expressions involved.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Focus on the nature of proofs we've discussed.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Prove \( C(n, k) = C(n, n-k) \) using a combinatorial proof technique. What are the two perspectives?

💡 Hint: Reflect upon how could view the same set in two different ways.

Question 2

Use Pascal's identity to demonstrate a relationship involving \( C(5, 3) \). What are the distinct cases?

💡 Hint: Consider the choices available based on including or excluding one specified element.

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