Math Problem Statement

What is the degree of vertex G in the given graph?

Solution

The degree of a vertex in a graph is determined by the number of edges that are directly connected to it. In the provided image, we are analyzing vertex GG. To calculate the degree of GG:

  1. Count all edges connected to GG:

    • Visually inspect and count all lines (edges) emanating from GG.
  2. Verify completeness:

    • Ensure all other vertices A,B,C,D,E,FA, B, C, D, E, F are connected to GG.

The graph appears to be a complete graph, where each vertex is connected to every other vertex. In a complete graph with nn vertices, each vertex has a degree of n1n-1.

Here, the graph has 77 vertices (A,B,C,D,E,F,GA, B, C, D, E, F, G), so the degree of GG is: Degree of G=71=6\text{Degree of } G = 7 - 1 = 6

The degree of vertex GG is 6.

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Related Questions:

  1. How is the degree of a vertex calculated in different types of graphs (e.g., directed, undirected)?
  2. What are the properties of a complete graph in terms of edges and degrees?
  3. Can you explain the difference between degree, in-degree, and out-degree in directed graphs?
  4. How does the concept of degree help in analyzing the connectivity of a graph?
  5. How does the number of edges in a complete graph relate to the number of vertices?

Tip: In a complete graph, every vertex connects to every other vertex, simplifying the calculation of degrees.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Graph Theory
Vertex Degree
Complete Graph

Formulas

Degree of a vertex = number of edges connected to it
Degree in complete graph = n - 1

Theorems

Properties of complete graphs

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12