Use Mathematical Induction to Prove That Every Integer Amount of Postage

question 49

Essay

Use mathematical induction to prove that every integer amount of postage of six cents or more can be formed using 3-cent and 4-cent stamps.

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Definitions:

License

A personal privilege to do some act or series of acts on the land of another, without possessing any ownership interest in the land. A permit or authorization to do something that, without a license, would be unlawful.

Commercial Purposes

Activities undertaken with the intention of generating profit or revenue, as opposed to personal or non-commercial use.

Undue Advantage

Gaining benefits or advantages in an unfair or unethical manner, often at the expense of others.

Recover

The act of obtaining a return of something or compensation for loss or damage.