Proposition 10.4. Let Sc N. If S is infinite, then S does not have a largest (with respect to the usual ordering) element. Exercise 10.5. First, clearly state the contrapositive of Proposition 10.4. Prove the contrapositive of Proposition 10.4.

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Proposition 10.4. Let Sc N. If S is infinite, then S does not have a largest (with respect to the
usual ordering) element.
Exercise 10.5. First, clearly state the contrapositive of Proposition 10.4.
Prove the contrapositive of Proposition 10.4.
Transcribed Image Text:Proposition 10.4. Let Sc N. If S is infinite, then S does not have a largest (with respect to the usual ordering) element. Exercise 10.5. First, clearly state the contrapositive of Proposition 10.4. Prove the contrapositive of Proposition 10.4.
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