1. (p.209, #16) Define a relation R on Z by declaring that xRy if and only if x? = y? (mod 4). Prove that R is reflexive, symmetric and transitive.

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1. (p.209, #16) Define a relation R on Z by declaring that xRy if and only if x? = y? (mod 4).
Prove that R is reflexive, symmetric and transitive.
Transcribed Image Text:1. (p.209, #16) Define a relation R on Z by declaring that xRy if and only if x? = y? (mod 4). Prove that R is reflexive, symmetric and transitive.
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