(17) Define S(n) as follows: n S(n) : i(i!) = (n+ 1)! – 1 i=1 Prove Vn e N1, S(n).

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(17) Define S(n) as follows:
S(n) : i(i!) = (n+ 1)! – 1
i=1
Prove Vn e N², S(n).
Transcribed Image Text:(17) Define S(n) as follows: S(n) : i(i!) = (n+ 1)! – 1 i=1 Prove Vn e N², S(n).
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Step 1

Consider the given expression.

Sn=i=1nii!=n+1!-1

Now, use the mathematical indication to prove the given condition.

First put 1 for in the given expression.

11!=1+1!-11=2!-11=2-11=1

Here, left side is equal to right side.

So, the first condition is true for n=1.

Step 2

Now, apply the second condition of the indication.

Put k for in the given expression.

i=1nii!=k+1!-1

We have to proof for the condition n=k+1

Put k+1 for n and simplify the induction.

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