How to Prove It A Structured Approach

Name: How to Prove It A Structured Approach
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ISBN: 9780521446631

ISBN-10: 0521446635

ISBN-13: 9780521446631

Edition: 1994

Authors: Daniel J. Velleman

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Many mathematics students have trouble the first time they take a course, such as linear algebra, abstract algebra, introductory analysis, or discrete mathematics, in which they are asked to prove various theorems. This textbook will prepare students to make the transition from solving problems to proving theorems by teaching them the techniques needed to read and write proofs. The book begins with the basic concepts of logic and set theory, to familiarize students with the language of mathematics and how it is interpreted. These concepts are used as the basis for a step-by-step breakdown of the most important techniques used in constructing proofs. The author shows how complex proofs are…

Book details

List price: $29.99
Copyright year: 1994
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication date: 11/25/1994
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 319
Size: 5.98" wide x 8.98" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 0.946
Language: English




Sentential logic



Quantificational logic



Proofs



Relations



Functions



Mathematical induction



Infinite sets