If A = {x ∈ ℕ : x is a three-digit number}, how many elements does A have?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: 900
The three-digit natural numbers begin at 100 and end at 999, with both endpoints included. The number of integers in this inclusive interval is 999 − 100 + 1 = 900. Therefore, A is a finite set with 900 elements. The plus-one is necessary because both 100 and 999 are counted.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
900
Why is this the correct answer?
The three-digit natural numbers begin at 100 and end at 999, with both endpoints included. The number of integers in this inclusive interval is 999 − 100 + 1 = 900. Therefore, A is a finite set with 900 elements. The plus-one is necessary because both 100 and 999 are counted.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Mathematics question. Chapter: Sets. Topic: The Empty Set, Finite and Infinite Sets, Equal Sets.