Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Set theory uses standard symbolic notation. Many exams test recognition of these symbols, even if typeset constraints substitute ASCII forms (for example, using ‘‘’’ for intersection or ‘‘<=’’ for subset-or-equal).
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Translate the ASCII stand-ins to the canonical math symbols, then match each operation to its symbol. Equality → ‘‘=’’; inclusion → ‘‘⊆’’; intersection → ‘‘∩’’; difference → ‘‘−’’.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Verification / Alternative check:
Check with standard references or any discrete math text; the correspondence is universal.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Any option that swaps equality with inclusion or intersection with difference contradicts standard definitions.
Common Pitfalls:
Confusing subset ‘‘⊆’’ with proper subset ‘‘⊂’’; using ‘‘*’’ as multiplication instead of the stand-in for ‘‘∩’’ when typesetting is limited.
Final Answer:
A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1.
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