Math Problem Statement

Provide an example of a sequence (xn) such that the set of limit points of its subsequences contains all numbers from the interval [0,1].

Solution

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  • Problem: "Provide an example of a sequence (xn)(x_n) such that the set of limit points of its subsequences contains all numbers from the interval [0,1][0,1]."
  • Solution: "The sequence on [0,1][0,1] is uncountable."

To elaborate, the task is to construct a sequence where the set of limit points (accumulation points) includes every number in the interval [0,1][0,1]. One example could be a sequence that densely covers [0,1][0,1] such as a sequence formed by taking rational numbers in [0,1][0,1] (since rationals are dense in reals) or something more sophisticated like iterating through decimal expansions of real numbers in [0,1][0,1].

In mathematical terms, a sequence like:

xn=sin(n)x_n = \sin(n)

where nn is large, could have subsequences that densely populate the interval [0,1][0,1], because the sine function oscillates between -1 and 1, and appropriate shifts and rescaling can make it dense in [0,1][0,1].

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. What is the definition of a limit point in the context of sequences?
  2. How do we prove that a sequence has certain limit points?
  3. Can you give another example of a sequence that has a dense set of limit points in an interval?
  4. What are some key properties of sequences that allow them to densely populate an interval?
  5. How is the concept of uncountability important in defining such sequences?

Tip: To understand subsequences better, recall that a subsequence is formed by taking a sequence and removing some terms while keeping the order intact.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Sequences
Limit Points
Subsequences
Intervals

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

University/Advanced Mathematics