Show that if x is a real number, then [x] – [x] = 1 if x is not an integer and [x] – [x] = 0 if x is an integer. Specify what type of a proof you use.

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Chapter2: The Integers
Section2.1: Postulates For The Integers (optional)
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Show that if x is a real number, then [x] – [x] = 1 if x is not an integer and [x] – [x] = 0 if
x is an integer. Specify what type of a proof you use.
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