Discrete Mathematics and Group Theory

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Which property is NOT one of the fundamental properties of a group?

  • Closure
  • Distributivity (correct)
  • Associativity
  • Identity element

Every element in a group must have an inverse element.

True (A)

What is the identity element in a group of integers under addition?

0

A group where the operation is commutative is called an ______ group.

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Match the following operations with their Boolean algebra properties:

<p>a + b = True if at least one is True (OR) a * b = True if both are True (AND) a' = Complement 0 = Identity for OR</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a cyclic group?

<p>The rotations of a square (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Boolean algebra, 1 is the identity element for the AND operation.

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What are the two truth values used in Boolean algebra?

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In Boolean algebra, the operation that results in True only when both operands are True is called ______.

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Which of the following describes the complements in Boolean algebra?

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Flashcards

Discrete Mathematics

A branch of mathematics dealing with objects that can be counted, contrasted with continuous mathematics dealing with objects that cannot be counted (like real numbers).

Group in Mathematics

A set with an operation that follows four key properties: closure, associativity, identity element, and inverse elements.

Boolean Algebra

A mathematical structure dealing with logical operations and their properties, using truth values (True or False) represented as 1 and 0.

Commutativity in Boolean Algebra

The property that the order of operations doesn't matter. For example, a + b = b + a or a * b = b * a.

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Associativity in Boolean Algebra

The property that combining elements in different groupings doesn't change the result. (a + b) + c = a + (b + c)

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Distributivity in Boolean Algebra

The property that allows distributing an operation over elements in a group. For example, a * (b + c) = (a * b) + (a * c)

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Identity Element in Boolean Algebra

The element that doesn't change the result when combined with other elements. For example, 0 is the identity for OR and 1 for AND.

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Complement in Boolean Algebra

For each element, there exists another element that cancels it out. Example: a + a' = 1 and a * a' = 0.

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Abelian Group

A group where the order of operations doesn't matter. For example, a * b = b * a.

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Cyclic Group

A group that can be generated by a single element, meaning all elements in the group can be created by repeatedly applying the operation to that element.

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Study Notes

Discrete Mathematics

  • Discrete mathematics deals with countable objects, contrasting with continuous mathematics which deals with uncountable objects (e.g., real numbers).
  • Key areas include:
    • Set theory
    • Logic
    • Graph theory
    • Combinatorics
    • Number theory
    • Formal languages and automata
  • These areas are interconnected, providing fundamental tools for problem-solving in computer science, engineering, and other fields.
  • Discrete mathematics is essential for algorithm design and analysis, data structures, cryptography, and software development.

Group Theory

  • A group is a set with an operation satisfying four fundamental properties:
    • Closure: If a and b are in the group, a * b is also in the group.
    • Associativity: (a * b) * c = a * (b * c) for all a, b, and c in the group.
    • Identity element: An element e exists such that a * e = e * a = a for all a in the group.
    • Inverse elements: For every a, an inverse a⁻¹ exists such that a * a⁻¹ = a⁻¹ * a = e.
  • Examples of groups include:
    • Integers under addition.
    • Non-zero rational numbers under multiplication.
    • Permutations of a set under composition.
  • Groups are fundamental in abstract algebra with applications in:
    • Physics (symmetry groups)
    • Chemistry (molecular symmetries)
    • Computer Science (cryptography, data structures)
  • Different types of groups include:
    • Abelian groups: a * b = b * a for all a and b.
    • Cyclic groups: Groups generated by a single element.

Boolean Algebra

  • Boolean algebra deals with logical operations and their properties.
  • Based on:
    • Truth values (True or False), represented as 1 and 0.
    • Logical operators (AND, OR, NOT, XOR, etc.)
  • Key features:
    • Commutativity: a + b = b + a and a * b = b * a
    • Associativity: (a + b) + c = a + (b + c) and (a * b) * c = a * (b * c)
    • Distributivity: a * (b + c) = (a * b) + (a * c) and a + (b * c) = (a + b) * (a + c)
    • Identity elements: 0 (False) is the identity for OR, 1 (True) for AND.
    • Complements: Every element a has a complement a', such that a + a' = 1 and a * a' = 0.
  • Applications:
    • Digital circuits and computer design (logic gates)
    • Database design
    • Verification of programs
  • Important Boolean expressions:
    • AND: a ∧ b or a * b. True only if both a and b are true.
    • OR: a ∨ b or a + b. True if at least one of a or b is true.
    • NOT: ¬a or a'. True if a is false, false if a is true.
    • XOR: a ⊕ b. True if exactly one of a or b is true.

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