SMA 2100:Disrete mathematics notes 1st year

Institution Jomo Kenyatta University of Science and Technology
Course Bsc. biostatistics
Year 1st Year
Semester Unknown
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This guide is carefully structured to provide clear explanations of essential topics, making it ideal for students and professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding and problem-solving skills. The notes cover the fundamental building blocks such as sets, relations, and functions, introducing set theory, types of sets, and the nature of mathematical functions. They delve into mathematical logic, including propositional and predicate logic, truth tables, rules of inference, and logical proofs, providing a solid basis for reasoning. Group theory is explored through algebraic structures like groups, subgroups, and properties such as closure and associativity. The guide also addresses counting principles, permutations, combinations, the pigeonhole principle, and probability theory, equipping readers with tools to tackle combinatorial problems. Mathematical induction and recurrence relations are explained with step-by-step examples, while discrete structures like graph theory and trees are presented with clear definitions, types, and traversal methods. The notes conclude with Boolean algebra, offering strategies for simplifying logical expressions and understanding logic gates, all illustrated with practical examples. With its organized layout, clear definitions, and practical applications, this guide offers an accessible and comprehensive overview of discrete mathematics, designed to enhance analytical and reasoning abilities for academic and professional success.
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