An increasing function on the power set of a set

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The discussion centers on the function \( f:\mathcal{P}(A)\to \mathcal{P}(A) \) defined on the power set of a finite set \( A \), demonstrating that if \( X \subseteq Y \) implies \( f(X) \subseteq f(Y) \), then there exists a subset \( T \in \mathcal{P}(A) \) such that \( f(T) = T \). This result is a specific application of the Knaster–Tarski theorem, which also applies to infinite sets. The participants highlight the significance of this theorem in understanding fixed points in partially ordered sets.

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  • Understanding of set theory and power sets
  • Familiarity with functions and their properties
  • Knowledge of the Knaster–Tarski theorem
  • Basic concepts of order theory
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  • Learn about partially ordered sets and their applications
  • Investigate the implications of increasing functions on power sets
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Let $A$ be a finite set. Let $\mathcal{P}(A)$ denote the power set of $A$. Let $f:\mathcal{P}(A)\to \mathcal{P}(A)$ be a function such that $X\subseteq Y\Rightarrow f(X)\subseteq f(Y)$. Show that $\exists T\in \mathcal{P}(A)$ such that $f(T)=T$.

P.S. The power set of $A$ is the set of all the subsets of $A$.
NOTE: The theorem holds even when $A$ is not finite.
 
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