Math Problem Statement
Let U be a set (the "universe"), and A,B⊆U . Consider the following two statements: (i) |U−A|=|A′|
(ii) |A∪B|=|A|+|B| Both statements are true Statement (i) is true; (ii) is false Statement (i) is false; (ii) is true Both statements are false
Solution
Let's analyze the two statements to determine their validity:
Statement (i):
Here:
- refers to the set difference, which means all elements in that are not in .
- (also denoted as the complement of ) refers to all elements in that are not in .
Since both and refer to the same set, this means is true. Both sets contain the same elements, and hence, their cardinalities are equal.
Conclusion: Statement (i) is true.
Statement (ii):
This statement says that the cardinality of the union of sets and is equal to the sum of the cardinalities of and .
This is false in general unless and are disjoint sets (i.e., ).
In most cases, and may have common elements, and the correct formula should account for this overlap: So, if and overlap, the union will not simply be the sum of their cardinalities.
Conclusion: Statement (ii) is false.
Final Answer:
- Statement (i) is true, and statement (ii) is false.
Thus, the correct answer is: Statement (i) is true; (ii) is false.
Would you like further details or clarification on any of the points?
Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:
- What is the relationship between set difference and set complement?
- How does the inclusion-exclusion principle apply to unions of multiple sets?
- When are two sets disjoint, and how does this affect their union?
- Can you provide an example where the formula for differs from ?
- What are the implications of these set properties in probability theory?
Tip: Always be cautious when dealing with set unions—account for any overlap using the inclusion-exclusion principle.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Set Theory
Set Operations
Cardinality
Formulas
|A ∪ B| = |A| + |B| - |A ∩ B| (Inclusion-Exclusion Principle)
|U - A| = |A'| (Set Difference and Complement)
Theorems
Inclusion-Exclusion Principle
Set Complement and Set Difference
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12