5.1.21. Suppose that every edge of a graph G appears in at most one cycle. Prove that every block of G is an edge, a cycle, or an isolated vertex. Use this to prove that x (G) ≤ 3.

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5.1.21. Suppose that every edge of a graph G appears in at most one cycle. Prove that
every block of G is an edge, a cycle, or an isolated vertex. Use this to prove that x (G) < 3.
Transcribed Image Text:5.1.21. Suppose that every edge of a graph G appears in at most one cycle. Prove that every block of G is an edge, a cycle, or an isolated vertex. Use this to prove that x (G) < 3.
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