Identifying if A is Open or Closed

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The set A = {z | z > 1} is identified as an open set in the context of real numbers. This conclusion is based on the definition of open sets in topology, where a set is open if, for every point within the set, there exists a neighborhood around that point that is also contained within the set. The discussion draws parallels to set B, which consists of all points in the plane where y > 1, reinforcing the understanding of open sets through examples.

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Homework Statement



For the following set, state and justify whether or not it is open or closed.

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A={z| I am z >1}

The Attempt at a Solution



I know the definition of an open set, but I am not sure how to use it to solve this question.
 
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What is you definition of open set? Do you know some examples of open sets and why they are open? This shouldn't be that challenging. It's the identical to asking if the set B of all points in the plane with coordinates (x,y) with y>1 is open.
 

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