Is A subset of B in this proof involving sets and integers?

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The discussion centers on proving that set A is a subset of set B, where A consists of elements defined by the formula involving pi and integers, and B is defined similarly with a different offset. The proof approach involves substituting elements from A into the expression for B. The participant initially struggled with the substitution but ultimately resolved the issue by expressing pi in terms of the elements of B. The solution confirmed that every element of A can indeed be represented in B, thereby validating the subset relationship. The proof is successfully completed by demonstrating the necessary transformations.
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Homework Statement



A = { pi + 2k pi / k \in Z }
B = {(- pi / 3) + (2k pi / 3 ) / k \in A }
Prove that A C B

Homework Equations


A C B = \forallXE E : x \ni A \Rightarrow X \ni B

The Attempt at a Solution


\ni[k E Z ]: x = pi + 2k pi
\ni[k E Z ]: x = pi ( 1 + 2k)
I'm sure i need to get a k and replace it with k' to prove that it belongs to B
 
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Edit : solved it by replacing pi by -pi/3+4pi/3 which led to the correct answer
 
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