Union or Intersection for f(x)=0 When x in A and B

In summary, the conversation discusses the conclusion that if $f(x)=0$ for all $x \in A$ and all $x \in B$, then it also holds for all $x \in A \cup B$. The use of commas in mathematical notation is also clarified.
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When we have: $f(x)=0, \forall x \in A \wedge f(x)=0, \forall x \in B$, do we conclude that $f(x)=0, \forall x \in A \cap B$ or $f(x)=0, \forall x \in A \cup B$? (Thinking)
 
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Don't put a comma between $f(x)=0$ and $\forall x\in A$. Similarly, don't put a comma before "that".

If something holds for all $x\in A$ and all $x\in B$, then it holds for all $x\in A\cup B$.
 
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Evgeny.Makarov said:
Don't put a comma between $f(x)=0$ and $\forall x\in A$. Similarly, don't put a comma before "that".

If something holds for all $x\in A$ and all $x\in B$, then it holds for all $x\in A\cup B$.

I see... Thank you very much! (Smile)
 

FAQ: Union or Intersection for f(x)=0 When x in A and B

What is the difference between union and intersection in relation to the function f(x)=0 when x is in A and B?

Union and intersection refer to the combination or overlap of sets. In this case, the sets are A and B and the function f(x)=0 represents the values of x that satisfy this equation. The union of A and B is the set of all elements that are in either A or B, or both. The intersection of A and B is the set of all elements that are common to both A and B.

How can I determine the union of A and B for the function f(x)=0 when x is in A and B?

To determine the union of A and B for the function f(x)=0, you can list out all the elements in A and B and then combine them into one set, removing any duplicates. Alternatively, you can use a Venn diagram to visualize the union of A and B. The area outside of both circles represents the union of A and B.

Can you provide an example of a function f(x)=0 when x is in A and B and the resulting union and intersection of A and B?

Sure, let's say A = {1, 2, 3} and B = {3, 4, 5}. For the function f(x)=0, x must equal 3 to satisfy the equation. Therefore, the union of A and B is {1, 2, 3, 4, 5} and the intersection is {3}.

How does the union and intersection of A and B change if the function f(x)=0 is changed to f(x)=1?

If the function is changed from f(x)=0 to f(x)=1, the values of x that satisfy the equation will also change. This will in turn affect the union and intersection of A and B. The union will now include all elements that are in either A or B, or both, that satisfy the equation f(x)=1. The intersection will include all elements that are common to both A and B and satisfy the equation f(x)=1.

Can you explain how to use the union and intersection of A and B to solve equations involving f(x)=0 when x is in A and B?

To solve equations involving the function f(x)=0 when x is in A and B, you can use the properties of union and intersection to find the values of x that satisfy the equation. First, find the union of A and B to determine all possible values of x. Then, find the intersection of A and B to determine the values of x that are common to both A and B. The intersection will give you the values of x that satisfy the equation f(x)=0 in addition to any other elements that may be in both sets.

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