What does ∆ mean in this case?

[Herricane]

1. Problem

Use any method you wish to verify the following identities:
a. (A ∆ B) U C = (A U C) ∆ (B \ C)

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The Attempt at a Solution

I don't understand what this symbol means ∆. It is definitely not the rate of change.

 

[micromass]

Usually, it denotes the following:

$$A\Delta B= (A\setminus B)\cup (B\setminus A)$$

 

[Herricane]

Alright thanks.