8. Vn E Z, if n is prime, then 2" +1 is also a prime number. 9. For every positive integer n, n2 – 2 is not prime is not necessary for n to be odd. 10. The difference of the squares of any two consecutive positive integers, is odd.

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Part III: Prove or Disprove the following
8. Vn e Z, if n is prime, then 2" +1 is also a prime number.
9. For every positive integer n, n² – 2 is not prime is not necessary for n to be odd.
10. The difference of the squares of any two consecutive positive integers, is odd.
Transcribed Image Text:Part III: Prove or Disprove the following 8. Vn e Z, if n is prime, then 2" +1 is also a prime number. 9. For every positive integer n, n² – 2 is not prime is not necessary for n to be odd. 10. The difference of the squares of any two consecutive positive integers, is odd.
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