Let P denote the set of prime numbers. Consider the following statement S: (Vp e P)(3n, m e N) (p=n² + m²). Write the negation of the statement S using logic symbols. Do not use the negation symbol ¬. Is S true or false? Explain your answer.

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Let P denote the set of prime numbers. Consider the following statement S:
(Vp e P)(3n, m E N) (p= n² +m²). Write the negation of the statement S using logic symbols. Do
not use the negation symbol ¬. Is S true or false? Explain your answer.
Transcribed Image Text:Let P denote the set of prime numbers. Consider the following statement S: (Vp e P)(3n, m E N) (p= n² +m²). Write the negation of the statement S using logic symbols. Do not use the negation symbol ¬. Is S true or false? Explain your answer.
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