mathematical induction

mathematical induction

noun
induction (def. 5).

Origin:
1830–40
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Mathematical induction is always a great word to know.
So is quincunx. Does it mean:
an arrangement of five objects, as trees, in a square or rectangle, one at each corner and one in the middle.
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
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mathematical induction definition


A method of proof in which a statement is proved for one step in a process, and it is shown that if the statement holds for that step, it holds for the next.

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