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What is the base case in proving 1+2+3+...+n = n(n+1)/2 using induction?
Options
A n=2
B n=1
Correct Answer
C n=3
D n=0
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The base case is n=1: 1 = 1(1+1)/2 = 1.

Hint

The notes indicate answer B.

Question Info

Course: MTH 101
Topic: MTH 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 256 of 696
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