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Suppose S and T are infinite sets and φ: S→T is a function that is not onto. May we conclude that S and T do not have the same cardinality? Prove your answer!

Elements Of Modern Algebra

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ISBN:9781285463230

Author:Gilbert, Linda, Jimmie

Publisher:Gilbert, Linda, Jimmie

Chapter1: Fundamentals

Section1.7: Relations

Problem 20E: Give an example of a relation R on a nonempty set A that is symmetric and transitive, but not...

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