Math Problem Statement

I drew both cases 1st one is if both odd or even and 2nd one is if one is odd and another is even and vice-versa. Is this correct representation according to solution?

Solution

Yes, your representation is correct according to the solution. Let's break down your diagrams for clarity:

Diagram Analysis

First Diagram (Top)

This diagram shows the case where n1n_1 and n2n_2 are both odd or both even:

  • The left set (a) represents possible values for nn, which can be 1 or -1.
  • The right set (b) also represents the same possible values for f(n)f(n), which can be 1 or -1.
  • If n1n_1 and n2n_2 are both even or both odd, f(n1)f(n_1) and f(n2)f(n_2) map to the same point in Z\mathbb{Z}, ensuring n1=n2n_1 = n_2.

Second Diagram (Bottom)

This diagram shows the case where one of n1n_1 or n2n_2 is odd and the other is even:

  • The left set (a) represents possible values for nn, which can be 1 or -1.
  • The right set (b) also represents the same possible values for f(n)f(n), which can be 1 or -1.
  • If n1n_1 is odd and n2n_2 is even, f(n1)f(n_1) maps to one point (say, 1) and f(n2)f(n_2) maps to another point (say, -1), ensuring that n1n2n_1 \neq n_2.

Your drawings correctly illustrate the cases discussed in the solution:

  1. When n1n_1 and n2n_2 are both odd or both even, they map to the same point.
  2. When n1n_1 is odd and n2n_2 is even (or vice versa), they map to different points.

Therefore, your visual representation aligns with the proof and accurately depicts the injectivity of the function f(n)=(1)nnf(n) = (-1)^n \cdot n.

Do you want details or have any questions? Here are some more questions you might find interesting:

  1. How do you prove that a function is surjective?
  2. What is the difference between injective, surjective, and bijective functions?
  3. How can you determine if a function is bijective?
  4. What are some examples of non-injective functions?
  5. How do you prove the injectivity of functions involving trigonometric identities?

Tip: Visual aids like diagrams can be very helpful in understanding and proving properties of functions, especially injectivity and surjectivity.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function injectivity

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Suitable Grade Level

Advanced Mathematics