Math Problem Statement

Is A a subset of B where A = {1, 2} and B = {1}?

Solution

In the image provided, we have two sets and a question regarding their subset relationship:

  1. Set AA is defined as A={1,2}A = \{ 1, 2 \}.
  2. Set BB is defined as B={1}B = \{ 1 \}.

The notation ABA \subset B is used, which asks whether AA is a subset of BB.

Solution:

For ABA \subset B to be true, every element of AA must also be an element of BB.

  • The elements of AA are {1,2}\{1, 2\}.
  • The elements of BB are {1}\{1\}.

Since 2A2 \in A but 2B2 \notin B, not all elements of AA are in BB. Therefore, AA is not a subset of BB.

Conclusion:

The statement ABA \subset B is false because BB does not contain all elements of AA.

Would you like further details on subsets, or do you have any additional questions?

Here are some related questions that might interest you:

  1. What is the difference between a subset and a proper subset?
  2. How do we determine if two sets are equal?
  3. Can BB be a subset of AA in this case?
  4. What is the notation for a superset, and how does it differ from a subset?
  5. How can we represent the union and intersection of two sets?

Tip: When checking if one set is a subset of another, verify that all elements of the first set exist in the second set. If even one element is missing, it’s not a subset.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Set Theory
Subsets

Formulas

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Theorems

Subset Theorem: For a set A to be a subset of set B, all elements of A must also be elements of B.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8