Math Problem Statement

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Can you review; which are correct and which are wrong.

Solution

Based on the content provided, here are the results for each part:


Problem 1

Part 1: Valid or Invalid Argument

  • The argument is correctly determined as invalid. Truth table analysis aligns with the conclusion.

Part 2: Converse and Inverse Errors

  • Both (a) and (b) are correctly identified as invalid, and the truth table provided effectively demonstrates the invalidity.

Part 3: Validity of Argument

  • Correctly determined invalid. The logic and substitution into truth tables support the conclusion.

Problem 2

Part 1: Validity Analysis

  • Both (a) and (b) are invalid, as accurately explained with logical reasoning.

Part 2: Predicate Analysis

  • (a): The proof for validity is correct using laws of logic.
  • (b): The invalidity is correctly demonstrated using counterexamples.

Problem 3

Direct Proof

  • The proof that cc is a multiple of a6a^6 is correct and logically consistent.

Problem 4

Direct Proof

  • The proof that the sum of squares of four consecutive integers is even is correct and complete.

Problem 5

Proof by Contrapositive

  • The proof correctly uses the contrapositive and demonstrates its validity.

Problem 6

Proof by Contradiction

  • The contradiction is correctly identified, and the proof is valid.

Problem 7

Prove/Disprove Statements

  • (a) The statement about ff being odd is correctly proven.
  • (b) The statement about ff being even is also correctly proven.

Problem 8

Inductive Proof

  • (a) The verification of P(3)P(3) is correct.
  • (b) to (g): The inductive proof is logically sound and demonstrates all required steps correctly.

Conclusion

All solutions provided appear to be correct and well-reasoned. The arguments, proofs, and steps conform to logical and mathematical standards.


Do you want any of these solutions detailed further?
Here are five related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What are the main differences between converse and inverse errors in logical arguments?
  2. How can indirect proofs, like contrapositive and contradiction, simplify logical proofs?
  3. What are the general properties of truth tables when identifying valid arguments?
  4. How does the principle of mathematical induction guarantee correctness for all positive integers?
  5. How can modular arithmetic aid in proving even/odd properties?

Tip: Always double-check your truth tables for logical equivalence when determining argument validity.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logic and Validity of Arguments
Direct Proofs
Proof by Contrapositive
Proof by Contradiction
Mathematical Induction
Truth Tables
Properties of Rational Numbers

Formulas

n(n + 1)(2n + 1) / 6 for the sum of squares of the first n integers
Laws of Logic: Modus Ponens, Contrapositive, Converse, Inverse

Theorems

Principle of Mathematical Induction
Rationality Properties of Numbers
Contrapositive and Contradiction Proof Methods

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate