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Discrete Mathematics, MTH 288

Course Description (from the College):  Presents topics in sets, counting, graphs, logic, proofs, functions, relations, mathematical induction, Boolean Algebra, and recurrence relations. Lecture 3 credits. Total 3 credits per week.  Prerequisite: MTH 263 with a grade of C or better or equivalent.

Syllabus -- in Word format

Homework

Important Dates
Exam I  -- Tuesday, June 17th key
Exam II -- Thursday, July 3rd  key
Exam III -- Tuesday, July 22nd key
Final Exam --  Tuesday, August 5th at 6:00 p.m. key

more detailed schedule in the syllabus

 

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Answer Keys

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Quiz #15 -- key

Homeworks to be Turned in

Homework #1
Homework #2
Homework #3
Homework #4
Homework #5
Homework #6
Homework #7
Homework #8

Proof Set Directions
Proof Set #1
Proof Set #2
Proof Set #3

Suggested Homework

Handouts

Sequences -- key
Writing Proofs
Counting
Sets of Numbers -- key
Truth Tables for Two Propositions
Truth Tables for Three Propositions
Truth Tables for Four Propositions
Argument Tables for Rules of Inference
Logic Gates & Cicuits

Proofs

Summation Formula (by Mathematical Induction)

Links:

Programs for Numerical Methods - TI-83 (pdf)
PDF Graph Paper
I Will Derive song
How to draw Greek
Counting - Combinations - Permutations
Pigeonhole Principle
Infinities
What is a proof?
Bridges to Networks
How Many Ways Can You Arrange a Deck of Cards?
Discrete Math at CSCC