Is the relation reflexive, symmetric, transitive

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The relation defined by {(x,y) ∈ ZxZ: x+y=10} is not reflexive, as it only holds for specific pairs like (5,5). It is symmetric because if x is related to y (x+y=10), then y is also related to x. However, it is not transitive since the relation does not hold for a third element when considering pairs like (x,y) and (y,z). The discussion confirms these properties are accurately identified. Understanding these characteristics is crucial for analyzing relations in set theory.
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Indicate which of the following relations on the given sets are reflexive on a given set, which are symmetric and which are transitive.

{(x,y)\inZxZ: x+y=10}

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It is not reflexive because the only 5R5.
It is symmetric because any xRy and yRx where x+y=10.
It is not transitive because any xRy and yRx, x is not related to x.
 
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