Set theory - set builder notation

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The discussion revolves around set theory, specifically set builder notation for sets X and Y. Participants emphasize the importance of attempting to solve the problems independently rather than posting multiple unsolved queries. They suggest starting with examples to better understand the relationships between the sets, including whether one is a subset of the other or if they are equal. Additionally, there is a reminder to differentiate between lowercase and uppercase letters in mathematical notation. Engaging with the problem through examples is encouraged as a way to simplify the learning process.
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Homework Statement


X={8^n-7n-1/n belongs to N}
Y={49(x-1)/x belongs to N}

Homework Equations


Then,
x is subset of y ] or y is subset of x
or x=y,none of these
 
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You have now posted 3 different, but similar, problems with no sign of any attempt to solve them on your part. You can't learn mathematics that way! Are you able to list some numbers that are in sets X and Y.

(By the way, in mathematics, "x" and "y" may be quite different from "X" and "Y". Don't use small letters and Capital letters interchangabley.)
 


niraj, could you please show what approach you are going to take to solve it?

I'm assuming you don't have to proof any of those claims. Hence, you can start by doing some examples. I think you will realize this problem is much easier than you think!
 
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