The remaining problems require you to construct a mathematical proof by induction. Remember, if you don't make use of the inductive hypothesis, there is no way to finish the proof correctly! 7. Prove the following formula for all integers n ≥0: n³-7n is divisible by 3.

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The remaining problems require you to construct a mathematical proof by induction. Remember, if you don’t make use of the inductive hypothesis, there is no way to finish the proof correctly!

7. Prove the following formula for all integers \( n \geq 0 \): \( n^3 - 7n \) is divisible by 3.
Transcribed Image Text:The remaining problems require you to construct a mathematical proof by induction. Remember, if you don’t make use of the inductive hypothesis, there is no way to finish the proof correctly! 7. Prove the following formula for all integers \( n \geq 0 \): \( n^3 - 7n \) is divisible by 3.
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Follow the steps below to prove a mathematical statement using induction.

  1. Derive the basic step and verify if P(1) is true.
  2. Derive an expression for P(k) and assume the expression to be true. Here, P(k) is an assumption of the induction step. 
  3. Derive the expression of P(k+1) and verify if P(k+1) satisfies the relation.
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