1. For (a, b) and (c, d) in R², define (a, b)R(c, d) by a² – c² = b2 - d². Determine whether the relation R in R2² is an equivalence relation or not. If it is not an equivalence relation, justify your answer. If it is an equivalence relation, provide a complete proof.
1. For (a, b) and (c, d) in R², define (a, b)R(c, d) by a² – c² = b2 - d². Determine whether the relation R in R2² is an equivalence relation or not. If it is not an equivalence relation, justify your answer. If it is an equivalence relation, provide a complete proof.
Elements Of Modern Algebra
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ISBN:9781285463230
Author:Gilbert, Linda, Jimmie
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Chapter1: Fundamentals
Section1.7: Relations
Problem 28E
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