Math Problem Statement

Find the smallest element in each of these subset of N

Solution

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Extracted Exercises:

  1. A={nN:n is even}A = \{n \in \mathbb{N} : n \text{ is even}\}
  2. B={nN:3n10}B = \{n \in \mathbb{N} : 3 \leq n \leq 10\}
  3. C={nN:1n225}C = \{n \in \mathbb{N} : 1 \leq n^2 \leq 25\}
  4. D={nN:n is a multiple of 5}D = \{n \in \mathbb{N} : n \text{ is a multiple of 5}\}
  5. E={nN:n is a prime number}E = \{n \in \mathbb{N} : n \text{ is a prime number}\}

Solutions:

  1. Set A: The set of even natural numbers starts from 2, so the smallest element in set AA is 2.

  2. Set B: This set includes all natural numbers from 3 to 10, so the smallest element in set BB is 3.

  3. Set C: Here, n2n^2 must be between 1 and 25, so nn can be 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5. The smallest element is 1 (since 12=11^2 = 1).

  4. Set D: This set contains multiples of 5, starting from 5, so the smallest element in set DD is 5.

  5. Set E: The prime numbers start from 2, so the smallest element in set EE is 2.

Would you like more details on these solutions, or do you have any questions? Here are some related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What are the properties of natural numbers, and how are they defined?
  2. Can you find the next smallest element in each of these sets?
  3. How do you define a prime number, and why is 2 considered the smallest prime?
  4. What would be the smallest element if nn was an odd natural number in set AA?
  5. What if the set DD was restricted to multiples of 5 that are also prime numbers?

Tip: When dealing with subsets, always consider the defining properties of the set elements to determine which elements meet the conditions, especially when finding the smallest or largest element.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Set theory
Natural numbers
Prime numbers

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6