Uniform continuity, cauchy sequences

This N works for any two elements of (xn), so it works in particular for xn and xp. Therefore, for all n, p ≥ N, |f(xn) - f(xp)| < ε. This shows that (f(xn)) is Cauchy, as desired.In summary, the conversation discusses the proof that if f:S->Rm is uniformly continuous on S and {xk} is Cauchy in S, then {f(xk)} is also Cauchy. The conversation presents a solution by stating that since f is uniformly continuous, for any epsilon greater than 0, there exists a delta greater than 0 such that for all x and y in S, if the difference between them
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Homework Statement


If f:S->Rm is uniformly continuous on S, and {xk} is Cauchy in S show that {f(xk)} is also cauchy.


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The Attempt at a Solution


Since f is uniformly continuous,

[tex]\forall[/tex][tex]\epsilon[/tex]>0, [tex]\exists[/tex][tex]\delta[/tex]>0: [tex]\forall[/tex]x, y ∈ S, |x-y| < [tex]\delta[/tex] => |f(x)-f(y)| < [tex]\epsilon[/tex]

So I said that let x, y be sequences, {xn} and {xp}

Since {xn} is Cauchy, [tex]\forall[/tex][tex]\epsilon[/tex]>0, [tex]\exists[/tex]N : [tex]\forall[/tex]n,p [tex]\geq[/tex] N , |xn-xp| < [tex]\epsilon[/tex]

Then using the fact that f is uniformly continuous, |f(xn)-f(xp)| < [tex]\epsilon[/tex]

I don't think this is right.. am I allowed to replace those x's and f(x)'s with the sequences for example?
 
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Yes, basically, that's OK. You only need to be aware of the fact that for exactly this δ > 0 you found N (using the fact that (xn) is Cauchy).
 

Related to Uniform continuity, cauchy sequences

1. What is uniform continuity?

Uniform continuity is a concept in mathematics that describes the behavior of a function in terms of how it changes over a given interval. Specifically, a function is considered uniformly continuous if for any two points in the interval, the difference in the function values is always within a certain tolerance, regardless of how close the points are to each other.

2. How is uniform continuity different from regular continuity?

Uniform continuity differs from regular continuity in that it requires the function to exhibit the same level of continuity across the entire interval, rather than just at individual points. This means that the function must have a consistent rate of change throughout the interval, rather than potentially having sudden jumps or discontinuities.

3. What is a Cauchy sequence?

A Cauchy sequence is a sequence of numbers in which the difference between any two terms becomes arbitrarily small as the sequence progresses. In other words, the terms in a Cauchy sequence get closer and closer together as the sequence goes on.

4. How are uniform continuity and Cauchy sequences related?

Uniform continuity and Cauchy sequences are related in that a function is uniformly continuous if and only if it preserves Cauchy sequences. This means that if a function is uniformly continuous, then any Cauchy sequence of numbers that is put through the function will also produce a Cauchy sequence of numbers.

5. Why are uniform continuity and Cauchy sequences important?

Uniform continuity and Cauchy sequences are important concepts in mathematics because they help us understand how functions behave and how sequences of numbers can be manipulated. They also have many practical applications in fields such as physics, engineering, and computer science, where continuous and smooth functions are essential for accurate modeling and analysis.

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