Real Analysis: closed sets and limit points

Therefore, a finite subset A of R cannot be closed. In summary, it is not possible to have a finite subset of R that is not closed.
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For the following example:(if possible give example or just state impossible

1) a bounded subset A of R for which sup A is not a limit point of A. An example is (0,1) union {7}. will this work?

2) a finite subset A of R that is not closed
I think it is not possible. Please give some hints if you think there is an answer
 
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Askhwhelp said:
For the following example:(if possible give example or just state impossible

1) a bounded subset A of R for which sup A is not a limit point of A. An example is (0,1) union {7}. will this work?

2) a finite subset A of R that is not closed
I think it is not possible. Please give some hints if you think there is an answer

1) works fine. For 2), can you think of a proof that nobody will be able to come up with an example?
 
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Wait ... why is ##7## not a limit point of ##(0,1)\cup\{7\}##?
 
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Since not all epilson nbhd of 7 intersects the subset other than 7 which violates the definition of limit
 
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If a set has no limit points, then by definition it is closed.
 

1. What is a closed set in real analysis?

In real analysis, a closed set is a set that contains all of its limit points. This means that any sequence of points in the set that converges must converge to a point within the set itself.

2. How do you prove that a set is closed in real analysis?

To prove that a set is closed in real analysis, one can use the definition of a closed set or the sequential characterization of closed sets. Additionally, one can also use the fact that the complement of a closed set is open.

3. What is the importance of limit points in real analysis?

Limit points are important in real analysis because they help us understand the behavior of sequences and functions. They also allow us to define concepts such as closed sets and compactness, which are fundamental in analysis and other areas of mathematics.

4. Can a set have both open and closed subsets in real analysis?

No, in real analysis, a set cannot have both open and closed subsets. This is because if a set has an open subset, then its complement must be closed, and vice versa. Therefore, a set can only be either open or closed, but not both.

5. How are limit points related to accumulation points in real analysis?

Limit points and accumulation points are often used interchangeably in real analysis. However, some authors may distinguish between the two, with limit points being defined for sets and accumulation points being defined for sequences. In either case, they both refer to points towards which a sequence or set is "accumulating" or "approaching".

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