n² + n+ 8 2 He has just shown you a convincing proof that if the equation is true for any integer k > 1, then it is also true for k + 1. Explain in one or two sentences why that is not enough to prove that Indy's claim is true. || =WI

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Suppose that your friend Indy has claimed that, for all integers n ≥ 1,

n² + n+ 8
2
He has just shown you a convincing proof that if the equation is true for any integer
k > 1, then it is also true for k + 1.
Explain in one or two sentences why that is not enough to prove that Indy's claim is
true.
||
=WI
Transcribed Image Text:n² + n+ 8 2 He has just shown you a convincing proof that if the equation is true for any integer k > 1, then it is also true for k + 1. Explain in one or two sentences why that is not enough to prove that Indy's claim is true. || =WI
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