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Homework Statement
Prove that (n + 1)n - 1 < nn for n ∈ Z+. [Hint: Induction is suggested. Write out the induction statement explicitly. Make one side of the inequality look like your induction hypothesis.]
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The Attempt at a Solution
^ That's what I have so far. I'm good with induction, for the most part, but not really for inequalities.
I tried to follow the hint, but I'm not sure if I did that right.
If anyone can help me out I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks!
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