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NSWMaths Extension 2Quick questions

Proof (MEX-P2)

Quick questions on Further proof by induction in HSC Mathematics Extension 2: series, divisibility, inequalities and stronger induction structures

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What is wrong base case?
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If the statement only holds from n=5n = 5, verifying n=1n = 1 is pointless. Start at the correct n0n_0.
What is sloppy algebra in the step?
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Factorising the k+1k+1 expression to match the target form is where marks are won or lost. Show the manipulation in full.

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