Math Problem Statement

(A - B) ∪ (A ∪ B)' = B'

Solution

To solve the given expression (AB)(AB)=B(A - B) \cup (A \cup B)' = B', let’s analyze each component step-by-step.

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. Interpret ABA - B: AB=ABA - B = A \cap B' This represents the elements in AA but not in BB.

  2. Interpret (AB)(A \cup B)': (AB)=AB(A \cup B)' = A' \cap B' This is the complement of the union of AA and BB, meaning it contains elements that are in neither AA nor BB.

  3. Interpret (AB)(AB)(A - B) \cup (A \cup B)': Substitute from steps 1 and 2: (AB)(AB)=(AB)(AB)(A - B) \cup (A \cup B)' = (A \cap B') \cup (A' \cap B') Using the distributive property of union and intersection: =(AA)B=UB=B= (A \cup A') \cap B' = U \cap B' = B' where UU represents the universal set, as AA=UA \cup A' = U.

Conclusion

(AB)(AB)=B(A - B) \cup (A \cup B)' = B' Thus, the equation holds true as both sides are equal.

Would you like further details on any step, or have any other questions?


Here are some related questions to deepen understanding:

  1. What is the difference between ABA - B and BAB - A in set operations?
  2. How can we interpret (AB)(A \cup B)' in a Venn diagram?
  3. What properties of set operations were used in the solution above?
  4. How would the solution change if we had ABA \cap B instead of ABA - B?
  5. How does De Morgan's Law apply to set complements and unions?

Tip: When working with set expressions, always remember to apply De Morgan's Laws when dealing with complements of unions and intersections.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Set Theory
Set Operations
Union
Complement

Formulas

A - B = A ∩ B'
(A ∪ B)' = A' ∩ B'

Theorems

De Morgan's Laws
Distributive Property of Set Operations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12