Math Problem Statement

Can a full binary tree with seven vertices exist? If yes, provide the answer; if not, explain why.

Solution

The question provided is asking whether a full binary tree with seven vertices can exist and which explanation is correct. Let's break it down:

A full binary tree is a type of binary tree where every node has either 0 or 2 children (i.e., no nodes have exactly one child).

Properties of a full binary tree:

  1. Number of vertices (nodes):

    • A full binary tree with kk internal (non-leaf) nodes has 2k+12k + 1 total nodes (this includes both leaf and non-leaf nodes).
    • This means the total number of vertices VV is always odd. In other words, if VV is the total number of vertices, V=2k+1V = 2k + 1.
  2. Given that the question asks about seven vertices:

    • Seven is an odd number, and the formula 2k+12k + 1 is satisfied by k=3k = 3, because 2(3)+1=72(3) + 1 = 7.

This implies that a full binary tree with seven vertices is possible, so the correct answer is:

  • Yes. A graph with these properties can exist.

Would you like a deeper explanation or more examples of full binary trees? Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the difference between a full binary tree and a complete binary tree?
  2. How many leaf nodes does a full binary tree with kk internal nodes have?
  3. Can a full binary tree have an even number of vertices?
  4. How do you calculate the height of a full binary tree with nn vertices?
  5. What is the relation between the number of internal and external nodes in a full binary tree?

Tip: A full binary tree always has an odd number of vertices due to the 2k+12k + 1 formula.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Binary Trees
Graph Theory

Formulas

V = 2k + 1 (Total vertices in a full binary tree with k internal nodes)

Theorems

Properties of Full Binary Trees

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12