Math Problem Statement

If number of(CnD)=8 and number of(C\D)=6 find number of

Solution

To solve this, we can use set theory notation to find the values of the various set elements involving CC and DD. We are given:

  • The number of elements in the intersection of sets CC and DD: CD=8|C \cap D| = 8
  • The number of elements in the set difference CDC \setminus D: CD=6|C \setminus D| = 6

Let:

  • C|C| be the total number of elements in set CC.
  • D|D| be the total number of elements in set DD.
  • CD|C \cup D| be the total number of elements in the union of sets CC and DD.

Since CD|C \setminus D| represents the elements that are only in CC but not in DD, we can express C|C| as: C=CD+CD=6+8=14|C| = |C \setminus D| + |C \cap D| = 6 + 8 = 14

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Here are five related questions that expand on this concept:

  1. How can you calculate the union of two sets if you know their individual sizes and intersection?
  2. What is the meaning of DC|D \setminus C| in set theory?
  3. How do you find the cardinality of sets when you have three overlapping sets?
  4. Can you explain the principle of inclusion-exclusion with a practical example?
  5. What would change in this calculation if DC|D \setminus C| were given instead of CD|C \setminus D|?

Tip: When working with sets, always label known quantities carefully; this makes it easier to apply formulas for intersections and unions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Set Theory
Intersection of Sets
Set Difference

Formulas

|C| = |C \setminus D| + |C \cap D|

Theorems

Principle of Inclusion-Exclusion

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10