Let P (n) be the statement that 12 + 22 + · · · + n2 = n(n + 1)(2n + 1)/6 for the positive integer n. a) What is the statement P
(1)? b) Show that P (1) is true, completing the basis step of the proof. c) What is the inductive hypothesis? d) What do you need to prove in the inductive step? e) Complete the inductive step, identifying where you use the inductive hypothesis
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Answer:
No, Sorry.
Step-by-step explanation:
Since the bases are different, you'll have to change them even if they have a exponent or not. If you dunno how to make the denominators the same, just multiply the two by eachother.
Example) 1/2 - 3/4
Multiply 2 and 4 together, and then multiply the 4 to the one also. Multiply 2 to four and also to the 3.
The subtract from there.
and then Reduce (if needed.)