Monotonicity of odd function and 1-1 function

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An odd function is not always strictly monotone, as demonstrated by counterexamples like f(x) = 0 or functions with "humps" that do not consistently increase or decrease. In contrast, while one-to-one functions are often strictly monotone, this is not universally true unless continuity is enforced; for instance, a function can map distinct inputs to the same output without being monotonic. The discussion highlights that assumptions about monotonicity need careful consideration of function properties. Overall, both statements about odd functions and one-to-one functions require nuanced understanding and specific conditions to hold true.
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I have two general questions that I'm NOT sure if it's absolutely accurate statement or NOT.

1) Odd function is always strictly monotone, either strictly increasing or strictly decreasing right? If there any counterexample to disprove my assumption?

2) One-to-one function is always strictly monotone right? Is there any counterexample to disprove my assumption?

Note: This is NOT homework questions. These are my general assumptions.
 
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1) Incorrect.
For example, the function f(-1)=1, f(1)=-1, f(x)=0 otherwise is neither strictly increasing or decreasing.
Making a continuous function of this one, with "humps" around x=-1 and 1 is another simple counter-example.

F(x)=0 is a third counterexample.

2) Correct
 
1) an obvious counterexample is f(x) = sin(x)

2) should be false, if you don't impose that the function has to be continuous

E.g.:
f(x) = x {x != 2,3}
f(2) = 3
f(3) = 2
 
nicksauce said:
2) should be false, if you don't impose that the function has to be continuous

E.g.:
f(x) = x {x != 2,3}
f(2) = 3
f(3) = 2
Oh dear..:shy:
 

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