Math Problem Statement

If P = {1, 3, 5, 7}, Q = {3, 5} and R = {5, 7, 9}, then P ∪ Q ∪ R = ?

Solution

We are given three sets:

  • P={1,3,5,7}P = \{1, 3, 5, 7\}
  • Q={3,5}Q = \{3, 5\}
  • R={5,7,9}R = \{5, 7, 9\}

The question asks for the union of PQRP \cup Q \cup R. To solve this, we need to combine all the unique elements from these three sets.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  • Elements of PP: 1,3,5,71, 3, 5, 7
  • Elements of QQ: 3,53, 5
  • Elements of RR: 5,7,95, 7, 9

Now, combining the elements of PQRP \cup Q \cup R, we list all distinct elements: PQR={1,3,5,7,9}P \cup Q \cup R = \{1, 3, 5, 7, 9\}

Therefore, the correct answer is {1,3,5,7,9}\{1, 3, 5, 7, 9\}, which matches Option 4.

Do you need any further details or have questions on this?

Here are 5 related questions to expand on this topic:

  1. What is the intersection of PQP \cap Q?
  2. How do you compute the difference between two sets, for example, PRP - R?
  3. What is the complement of a set in set theory?
  4. How does the union operation differ from the intersection operation?
  5. What happens when the union involves an empty set?

Tip: When calculating unions, remember that duplicates are not included; only unique elements matter!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Set Theory
Union of Sets

Formulas

P ∪ Q ∪ R = {All distinct elements from P, Q, and R}

Theorems

Union of Sets

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-10