9.19. A relation Ris defined on Z by x Ry if x · y > 0. Prove disprove the following: (a) R is reflexive, (b) Ris symmetric, (c) R is transitive.

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9.19. A relation Ris defined on Z by x Ry if x · y > 0. Prove
disprove the following: (a) R is reflexive, (b) Ris symmetric, (c) R is transitive.
Transcribed Image Text:9.19. A relation Ris defined on Z by x Ry if x · y > 0. Prove disprove the following: (a) R is reflexive, (b) Ris symmetric, (c) R is transitive.
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