Essential discrete mathematics / Carlos Davenport.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Understanding discrete mathematics -- Fundamentals of set theory -- Exploring number theory -- Combinatorial principles -- Graph theory in discrete mathematics -- Concept of probability.

"Discrete mathematics focuses on the study of mathematical structures that exhibit discrete characteristics rather than continuous ones. The subjects investigated in this discipline have individual, separate values. The collections of these subjects can be either finite or infinite. Several key areas of focus in this discipline include combinatorics, set theory, theoretical computer science, logic, number theory, and probability. The field of combinatorics explores how discrete structures can be arranged or combined. Set theory specifically focuses on finite sets in discrete mathematics. Various domains such as cryptography, computer algorithms, programming languages, and software development utilize applications of the principles and concepts derived from this field. This book presents the complex subject of discrete mathematics in the most comprehensible and easy to understand language. It is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the theory and practice of this field. This book will serve as a reference to abroad spectrum of readers"-- Back cover.