Is Every Subset of a Finite Dimensional Space Also Finite Dimensional?

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The discussion centers on proving that every subspace of a finite-dimensional vector space is also finite-dimensional. Participants clarify that the term "subspace" is more appropriate than "subset" in this context. It is established that any basis for the subspace will be contained within the finite-dimensional space, leading to the conclusion that the maximum number of linearly independent vectors in any subspace cannot exceed that of the original space.

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How could I prove that the subset of a finite dimensional space is also finite dimensional?


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I think it's more intuitive in the sense that since the vector space is finite dimensional the subset is forcibly finite dimensional.
 
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What is the definition of "finite dimensional"?

Btw, I think you mean "subspace", not "subset".
 
do you mean subspace?

any basis for the subpace will be contained in the finite dimensional space. What is the maximum number of linearly independent vectors in any subset of a finite dimensional space?
 

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