I need some induction questions

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This discussion focuses on finding induction questions related to mathematical proofs, specifically targeting concepts like Fermat's Little Theorem and inequalities involving powers, such as proving that 3^n is greater than or equal to n^3 for all positive integers n. Participants seek challenging induction problems that extend beyond basic summation proofs. The emphasis is on deriving proofs for the nth derivative of functions and other complex mathematical statements.

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Most of what I have searched on the forums are for sums. Can anyone give me some induction questions that are to prove things such as for the nth derivative of a function, or anything a bit harder?
 
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Here are two good ones:

Fermat's Little Theorem
3^n >= n^3 for all positive integers n
 

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