The discussion revolves around the meanings of the symbols "H" and "*" used in Epp's Discrete Math, 4E textbook, specifically in relation to exercise sets. Participants seek clarification on these notations and inquire about any additional symbols that may be relevant.
Participants express differing levels of understanding regarding the context of the symbols. While one participant provides a definitive explanation from the author, others initially seek further clarification and context.
Some participants express confusion over the term "context" and its application in this discussion, indicating a potential misunderstanding of how to reference specific concepts or chapters in the textbook.
I guess you should provide some context behind the usage of the notations. Because there might not be a standard notation for what the author wants to discuss, or the author very well could be using a non-standard notation.logan3 said:Maybe it's explained somewhere in her book, but what do the Hs and *s mean beside some of the problems in Epp's Discrete Math, 4E textbook?
Are there any other notations I should make note of in the book as well?
Thank-you for your help.
I do understand what context means. However, you don't understand how to be polite. So I won't further respond to your posts.skeeter said:you don't understand what context means ... in what specific concept/topic is this notation used ?
can you cite a specific chapter, preferably with a page number(s)?
logan3 said:I emailed the author. She said that the meaning of these two symbols were placed only under the first Exercise Set of each Chapter, rather than in the Preface. "Appendix B contains either full or partial solutions to all exercises with blue numbers. When the solution is not complete, the exercise number has an H next to it. A ✶ next to an exercise number signals that the exercise is more challenging than usual."