Proving on the completeness theorem of real number

  • Thread starter Thread starter akak.ak88
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    Theorem
Click For Summary
SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on proving the completeness theorem of real numbers, specifically addressing the continuity of functions and the properties of supremum and infimum in non-empty subsets of real numbers. The key statements include the equivalence of the Least Upper Bound Property and the Greatest Lower Bound Property, as well as the implications of monotonicity on supremum and infimum. Participants are encouraged to demonstrate their attempts at solutions to facilitate assistance.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of real analysis concepts, particularly continuity and limits.
  • Familiarity with supremum and infimum definitions in the context of real numbers.
  • Knowledge of the completeness axiom and its implications in real analysis.
  • Basic skills in mathematical proof techniques, including direct proof and contradiction.
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the properties of limits and continuity in real functions.
  • Explore the implications of the completeness axiom in real analysis.
  • Learn about the Monotone Convergence Theorem and its applications.
  • Practice constructing proofs involving supremum and infimum in various contexts.
USEFUL FOR

Students of real analysis, mathematicians focusing on foundational properties of real numbers, and educators seeking to deepen their understanding of continuity and completeness in mathematical contexts.

akak.ak88
Messages
3
Reaction score
0
1. Homework Statement

(1) ** Show that a function f is continuous at a point c if and only
if for every sequence (xn) of points in the domain of f such that
xn ! c we have limn!1 f(xn) = f(c) = f(limn!1 xn).
(2) Let A be a non-empty subset of R. Dene A := fxjx 2 Ag.
Show the following statements.
(a) A has a supremum if and only if A has an inmum, in
which case we have inf(A) = sup A.
(b) A has an inmum if and only if A has a supremum, in
which case we have sup(A) = inf A.
(3) Show that the completeness axiom of real number system (i.e.
the Least Upper Bound Property) is equivalent to the Greatest
Lower Bound Property: Every non-empty set A of real numbers
that has a lower bound has a greatest lower bound.
HINT: Use (2).
(4) * (Monotone Property) Suppose that A B R, where A =6 ;
and B =6 ;. Show the following statements.
(a) If B has a supremum, then A has also a supremum, and
sup A sup B.
(b) If B has an inmum, then A has also an inmum, and
inf A inf B.
(5) ** Let A and B be non-empty subsets of R such that a b for
all a 2 A and b 2 B. Show that A has a supremum and B has
an inmum, and sup A inf B



2. Homework Equations
The completeness axiom




3. The Attempt at a Solution
I am seriously clueless on how to approach... but I still tried something
But my method seems a bit weird...

 
Last edited:
Physics news on Phys.org
Show us what you have tried so that we may help you.
 

Similar threads

Replies
11
Views
3K
  • · Replies 1 ·
Replies
1
Views
2K
Replies
2
Views
3K
Replies
4
Views
3K
Replies
4
Views
4K
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
Replies
22
Views
13K
  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
2K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
9K