SOLUTION: 10. Which of the following statements is not correct? A. Mathematical induction involves first proving a statement S1 and then proving a second statement, that Sk implies Sk + 1.

Question 1000091: 10. Which of the following statements is not correct?
A. Mathematical induction involves first proving a statement S1 and then proving a second statement, that Sk implies Sk + 1.
B. Mathematical induction is a method of proof.
C. Mathematical induction proves facts about all positive real numbers.
D. A necessary skill to master before attempting a proof by mathematical induction is the ability to write three forms of a
statement, S1, Sk, and Sk + 1.
Answer by ikleyn(52814) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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