How to randomize sets in math equations ?

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The discussion revolves around the concept of randomizing sets in mathematical equations, specifically focusing on how to represent sets and their elements in a randomized manner. Participants explore the implications of notation and the nature of sets in relation to probability and randomness.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks how to express a set in a randomized order, providing an example with the set F={1,2,3,4,5}.
  • Another participant requests clarification on the purpose of randomization, questioning the intent behind the inquiry.
  • A participant attempts to relate the concept to rolling dice, suggesting that F could represent the outcomes of two dice as F={1,2,3,4,5,6}.
  • There is a discussion about the notation F={(1.2.3.4.5.6)} and whether it correctly represents a set of outcomes, with some participants expressing confusion over this format.
  • One participant emphasizes that a set does not imply order or probabilities, stating that a probability space is more complex than just the set of outcomes.
  • Multiple participants express uncertainty about the meaning of the notation used and clarify that sets, such as F={1,2,3}, do not have an inherent order.
  • There is a repeated assertion that the concept of "randomizing a set" is not meaningful in the context of set theory.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally disagree on the correct notation and understanding of sets and their properties. There is no consensus on how to express randomization within the context of sets, and confusion persists regarding the proposed notations.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight limitations in understanding the implications of set notation and the distinction between sets and ordered arrangements. The discussion reveals a lack of clarity regarding the definition of randomness in this context.

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for example i have this :
F={1,2,3,4,5}
so F=1,2,3,4,5
but how to randomize the set ?
i want to say F=5,3,4,2,1 or 2,3,1,4,5 or ...

do i have to say like this? :
F=(1)/(2)/(3)/(4)/(5)
 
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Some more information could be helpful. Why do you want to "randomize" things?? What is it you're trying to do?
 
i want to explain 2 Dice=F
the F is random of this set : {1,2,3,4,5,6}
what is the right way to say it ?
is this right ?
F={(1.2.3.4.5.6)} ?
 
Then all you're saying is that the roll of a die is a random variable that can take on values from 1 to 6.
 
so F={(1.2.3.4.5.6)} is the right format to say that ?
the "." do the random explanation ?
 
littlestudent said:
so F={(1.2.3.4.5.6)} is the right format to say that ?
the "." do the random explanation ?
A set, like {1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6}, has no specific order. Neither does it imply anything about relative probabilities. A probability space is more than just the set of possibilities. If you mean them to be equally likely you should say so.
Btw 'random' does not mean equally likely. It just means not deterministic.
 
ok so F={1,2,3,4,5,6} is same as F={(1.2.3.4.5.6)} ?

update: let me correct myself. so if F={1,2,3} then F can equal (123) or (132) or (213) or ... right ?
 
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littlestudent said:
ok so F={1,2,3,4,5,6} is same as F={(1.2.3.4.5.6)} ?

No, it's not the same. Furthermore, I have not a single idea what you mean with that second notation.

What are you trying to do??
 
littlestudent said:
ok so F={1,2,3,4,5,6} is same as F={(1.2.3.4.5.6)} ?

update: let me correct myself. so if F={1,2,3} then F can equal (123) or (132) or (213) or ... right ?

Along with micromass, I have no idea what {(1.2.3.4.5.6)} means. I've never seen such a notation. And I don't know what you mean by F = (123) etc. F is a set, pure and simple, specifically, the set of possible outcomes from one trial.
 
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littlestudent said:
ok so F={1,2,3,4,5,6} is same as F={(1.2.3.4.5.6)} ?

update: let me correct myself. so if F={1,2,3} then F can equal (123) or (132) or (213) or ... right ?

No. You don't seem to understand the notion of a set.
F = {1, 2, 3} means that F, as a set, contains the elements 1, 2 and 3. There is no order implied. None. Sets have no notion of order, and the idea of "randomizing a set" makes no sense at all, nor does the notation "F = {(1.2.3)}".
 

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