Discrete Mathematics With Proof, Second Edition

A Trusted Guide to Discrete Mathematics with Proof?Now in a Newly Revised Edition
Discrete mathematics has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its growing applications in the field of computer science. Discrete Mathematics with Proof, Second Edition continues to facilitate an up-to-date understanding of this important topic, exposing readers to a wide range of modern and technological applications.
The book begins with an introductory chapter that provides an accessible explanation of discrete mathematics. Subsequent chapters explore additional related topics including counting, finite probability theory, recursion, formal models in computer science, graph theory, trees, the concepts of functions, and relations. Additional features of the Second Edition include:
An intense focus on the formal settings of proofs and their techniques, such as constructive proofs, proof by contradiction, and combinatorial proofs
New sections on applications of elementary number theory, multidimensional induction, counting tulips, and the binomial distribution
Important examples from the field of computer science presented as applications including the Halting problem, Shannon's mathematical model of information, regular expressions, XML, and Normal Forms in relational databases
Numerous examples that are not often found in books on discrete mathematics including the deferred acceptance algorithm, the Boyer-Moore algorithm for pattern matching, Sierpinski curves, adaptive quadrature, the Josephus problem, and the five-color theorem
Extensive appendices that outline supplemental material on analyzing claims and writing mathematics, along with solutions to selected chapter exercises
Combinatorics receives a full chapter treatment that extends beyond the combinations and permutations material by delving into non-standard topics such as Latin squares, finite projective planes, balanced incomplete block designs, coding theory, partitions, occupancy problems, Stirling numbers, Ramsey numbers, and systems of distinct representatives. A related Web site features animations and visualizations of combinatorial proofs that assist readers with comprehension. In addition, approximately 500 examples and over 2,800 exercises are presented throughout the book to motivate ideas and illustrate the proofs and conclusions of theorems.
Assuming only a basic background in calculus, Discrete Mathematics with Proof, Second Edition is an excellent book for mathematics and computer science courses at the undergraduate level. It is also a valuable resource for professionals in various technical fields who would like an introduction to discrete mathematics.

Eric Gossett, PhD, is Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Bethel University. Dr. Gossett has thirty years of academic and industry experience in the areas of Web programming, discrete mathematics, data structures, linear algebra, and algebraic structures. He is the recipient of the Bethel Faculty Service Award for his work developing Bethel's first generation of Web services.

Preface.
Acknowledgments.
To The Student.
1 Introduction.
1.1 What Is Discrete Mathematics?
1.2 The Stable Marriage Problem.
1.3 Other Examples.
1.4 Exercises.
1.5 Chapter Review.
2 Sets, Logic, and Boolean Algebras.
2.1 Sets.
2.2 Logic in Daily Life.
2.3 Propositional Logic.
2.4 Logical Equivalence and Rules of Inference.
2.5 Boolean Algebras.
2.6 Predicate Logic.
2.7 Quick Check Solutions.
2.8 Chapter Review.
3 Proof.
3.1 Introduction to Mathematical Proof.
3.2 Elementary Number Theory: Fuel for Practice.
3.3 Proof Strategies.
3.4 Applications of Elementary Number Theory.
3.5 Mathematical Induction.
3.6 Creating Proofs: Hints and Suggestions.
3.7 Quick Check Solutions.
3.8 Chapter Review.
4 Algorithms.
4.1 Expressing Algorithms.
4.2 Measuring Algorithm Efficiency.
4.3 Pattern Matching.
4.4 The Halting Problem.
4.5 Quick Check Solutions.
4.6 Chapter Review.
5 Counting.
5.1 Permutations and Combinations.
5.2 Combinatorial Proofs.
5.3 Pigeon-Hole Principle; Inclusion-Exclusion.
5.4 Quick Check Solutions.
5.5 Chapter Review.
6 Finite Probability Theory.
6.1 The Language of Probabilities.
6.2 Conditional Probabilities and Independent Events.
6.3 Counting and Probability.
6.4 Expected Value.
6.5 The Binomial Distribution.
6.6 Bayes’s Theorem.
6.7 Quick Check Solutions.
7 Recursion.
7.1 Recursive Algorithms.
7.2 Recurrence Relations.
7.3 Big-Θ and Recursive Algorithms: The Master Theorem.
7.4 Generating Functions.
7.5 The Josephus Problem.
7.6 Quick Check Solutions.
7.7 Chapter Review.
8 Combinatorics.
8.1 Partitions, Occupancy Problems, Stirling Numbers.
8.2 Latin Squares; Finite Projective Planes.
8.3 Balanced Incomplete Block Designs.
8.4 The Knapsack Problem.
8.5 Error-Correcting Codes.
8.6 Distinct Representatives, Ramsey Numbers.
8.7 Quick Check Solutions.
8.8 Chapter Review.
9 Formal Models in Computer Science.
9.1 Information.
9.2 Finite-State Machines.
9.3 Formal Languages.
9.4 Regular Expressions.
9.5 The Three Faces of Regular.
9.6 A Glimpse at More Advanced Topics.
9.7 Quick Check Solutions.
9.8 Chapter Review.
10. Graphs.
10.1 Terminology.
10.2 Connectivity and Adjacency.
10.3 Euler and Hamilton.
10.4 Representation and Isomorphism.
10.5 The Big Theorems: Planarity, Euler, Polyhedra, Chromatic Number.
10.6 Directed Graphs and Weighted Graphs.
10.7 Quick Check Solutions.
10.8 Chapter Review.
11 Trees.
11.1 Terminology, Counting.
11.2 Traversal, Searching, and Sorting.
11.3 More Applications of Trees.
11.4 Spanning Trees.
11.5 Quick Check Solutions.
11.6 Chapter Review.
12 Functions, Relations, Databases, and Circuits.
12.1 Functions and Relations.
12.2 Equivalence Relations, Partially Ordered Sets.
12.3 n-ary Relations and Relational Databases.
12.4 Boolean Functions and Boolean Expressions.
12.5 Combinatorial Circuits.
12.6 Quick Check Solutions.
12.7 Chapter Review.
A. Number Systems.
A.1 The Natural Numbers.
A.2 The Integers.
A.3 The Rational Numbers.
A.4 The Real Numbers.
A.5 The Complex Numbers.
A.6 Other Number Systems.
A.7 Representation of Numbers.
B. Summation Notation.
C. Logic Puzzles and Analyzing Claims.
C.1 Logic Puzzles.
C.2 Analyzing Claims.
C.3 Quick Check Solutions.
D. The Golden Ratio.
E. Matrices.
F. The Greek Alphabet.
G. Writing Mathematics.
H. Solutions to Selected Exercises.
H.1 Introduction.
H.2 Sets, Logic, and Boolean Algebras.
H.3 Proof.
H.4 Algorithms.
H.5 Counting.
H.6 Finite Probability Theory.
H.7 Recursion.
H.8 Combinatorics.
H.9 Formal Models in Computer Science.
H.10 Graphs.
H.11 Trees.
H.12 Functions, Relations, Databases, and Circuits.
H.13 Appendices.
Bibliography.
Index.