Finding f(n) for All Multiples of 5

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The discussion revolves around defining a function f(n) for all integers that are multiples of 5, particularly focusing on the behavior of the function for even and odd integers.

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  • Participants are exploring the definition of f(n) for odd integers, questioning how to represent this case while already having a definition for even integers. There is also a suggestion to consider a simpler function, f(n) = 5n, for generating multiples of 5.

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Participants are actively discussing the formulation of the function, with some providing hints and suggestions for approaching the odd case. There is recognition that the even case is established, but the odd case remains unresolved, prompting further exploration.

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It is noted that n exists in the natural numbers, which may impose constraints on the function's definition and the types of integers being considered.

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F is all integers that are multiplies of 5

[tex]f(n) = <br /> \begin{cases} <br /> 0, & \mbox{if }n\mbox{ 1} \\<br /> \frac{5n}{2}, & \mbox{if }n\mbox{ is even}\\<br /> ? , & \mbox{if }n\mbox{ is odd}<br /> \end{cases}[/tex]

N exists in the natural number
I don't know how to obtain the function that will represent the odd integers.
 
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Are you trying to get a function that produces all the integer multiples of 5?

Whats wrong with f(n) = 5n ?
 
Gib Z said:
Are you trying to get a function that produces all the integer multiples of 5?

Whats wrong with f(n) = 5n ?

I forgot to mention n exists in the natural numbers.
 
Ok then, the n is even part of your function will give all the positive multiples, now try something similar for n odd. I don't know how to give you a decent hint without giving it away, but basically, the odd case is very similar to the even case, except with a negative sign, and a little change to the n term to make sure it's divisible by 2.
 

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