2. Define a relation R on Z as follows: a Rb if and only if 5 | (a²-b²). a) Prove that R is an equivalence relation (that is, prove each of the three properties).

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2. Define a relation R on Z as follows: a Rb if and only if 5 | (a² – b²).
a) Prove that R is an equivalence relation (that is, prove each of the three properties).
Transcribed Image Text:2. Define a relation R on Z as follows: a Rb if and only if 5 | (a² – b²). a) Prove that R is an equivalence relation (that is, prove each of the three properties).
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