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Backward induction needs the statement proved for what kind of set?
AA single number
BAn infinite subset
CExactly two numbers
DOnly the number zero
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. An infinite subset
Since no single number can serve as a base, the statement must first hold on an infinite subset of the naturals.
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