4. Write out the following sets, and give a formal proof that set-builder notation expression (as provided here) is equal to the written-out expression: (1) {x € R : 2² = x} × {x € N: x² = x};

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**Problem 4: Understanding Set-Builder Notation and Its Equivalence**

In this exercise, the objective is to express the given sets in standard notation and provide a formal proof showing that the set-builder notation provided is equivalent to the conventional written-out expression. 

**Expression:**

1. \(\{x \in \mathbb{R} : x^2 = x\} \times \{x \in \mathbb{N} : x^2 = x\}\)

**Explanation:**

- **Set 1: \(\{x \in \mathbb{R} : x^2 = x\}\)**

  This set includes all real numbers \(x\) such that \(x^2 = x\). Solving the equation, \(x^2 = x\) can be rewritten as:
  \[
  x^2 - x = 0 \\
  x(x - 1) = 0
  \]
  Thus, \(x = 0\) or \(x = 1\). Therefore, the set is \(\{0, 1\}\).

- **Set 2: \(\{x \in \mathbb{N} : x^2 = x\}\)**

  This set includes all natural numbers \(x\) such that \(x^2 = x\). Again, solving the same equation as before:
  \[
  x(x - 1) = 0
  \]
  Thus, for natural numbers, \(x = 1\) (since 0 is not usually included in natural numbers). Therefore, the set is \(\{1\}\).

**Cartesian Product:**

The Cartesian product of the two sets is:
\[
\{0, 1\} \times \{1\}
\]

This results in the ordered pairs \((0, 1)\) and \((1, 1)\).

**Proof:**

To prove the equivalence, we illustrate that the set-builder expressions yield the same pairs when evaluated according to their constraints. Solving \(x^2 = x\) correctly identifies possible values in both real and natural number contexts, thus confirming the drawn conclusion. 

In conclusion, the given set-builder notation accurately represents the Cartesian product \(\{(0, 1), (1, 1)\}\).
Transcribed Image Text:**Problem 4: Understanding Set-Builder Notation and Its Equivalence** In this exercise, the objective is to express the given sets in standard notation and provide a formal proof showing that the set-builder notation provided is equivalent to the conventional written-out expression. **Expression:** 1. \(\{x \in \mathbb{R} : x^2 = x\} \times \{x \in \mathbb{N} : x^2 = x\}\) **Explanation:** - **Set 1: \(\{x \in \mathbb{R} : x^2 = x\}\)** This set includes all real numbers \(x\) such that \(x^2 = x\). Solving the equation, \(x^2 = x\) can be rewritten as: \[ x^2 - x = 0 \\ x(x - 1) = 0 \] Thus, \(x = 0\) or \(x = 1\). Therefore, the set is \(\{0, 1\}\). - **Set 2: \(\{x \in \mathbb{N} : x^2 = x\}\)** This set includes all natural numbers \(x\) such that \(x^2 = x\). Again, solving the same equation as before: \[ x(x - 1) = 0 \] Thus, for natural numbers, \(x = 1\) (since 0 is not usually included in natural numbers). Therefore, the set is \(\{1\}\). **Cartesian Product:** The Cartesian product of the two sets is: \[ \{0, 1\} \times \{1\} \] This results in the ordered pairs \((0, 1)\) and \((1, 1)\). **Proof:** To prove the equivalence, we illustrate that the set-builder expressions yield the same pairs when evaluated according to their constraints. Solving \(x^2 = x\) correctly identifies possible values in both real and natural number contexts, thus confirming the drawn conclusion. In conclusion, the given set-builder notation accurately represents the Cartesian product \(\{(0, 1), (1, 1)\}\).
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