Prove Subset of Metric Space is Closed: Cluster Points

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A subset of a metric space is closed if and only if it contains all its cluster points. This conclusion is derived from the definition of closed sets in metric spaces, which states that a set is closed if it contains all its limit points. Conversely, if a subset contains all its cluster points, it must also include its limit points, thereby confirming its closed nature. This bi-conditional relationship is fundamental in topology and metric space theory.

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How can I prove that a subset of a metric space is closed if and only if it contains all its cluster points?
 
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Start with the definition of a subset being closed, and figure out why that implies it contains all its cluster points. Then start with the definition of containing all its cluster points, and figure out why that implies the subset is closed.

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