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Question

Mathematics Question on Sets

Which of the following is an empty set?

A

\\{ x | x is a real number and x^2 - 1 = 0\\}

B

\\{ x | x is a real number and x^2 + 3 = 0\\}

C

\\{ x | x is a real number and x^2 - 9 = 0\\}

D

\\{ x | x is a real number and x^2= x +2\\}

Answer

\\{ x | x is a real number and x^2 + 3 = 0\\}

Explanation

Solution

x2+3=0x^2 + 3 = 0
x=3C\Rightarrow \, x = \sqrt{-3} \in C
x\Rightarrow \, x is not a real number
\therefore It is an empty set.