Use a proof by contradiction to show that for all integers n, n²- 2 is not divisible by 4.

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Use a proof by contradiction to show that for all integers n, n² – 2 is not
divisible by 4.
Transcribed Image Text:Use a proof by contradiction to show that for all integers n, n² – 2 is not divisible by 4.
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Suppose the given function n2-2 is divisible by 4 then we can check whether it is divisible by for odd number or odd number or none of the two.

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