Discrete Mathematics will be of use to any undergraduate as well as post graduate courses in Computer Science and Mathematics. The syllabi of all these courses have been studied in depth and utmost care has been taken to ensure that all the essenti

Chartrand and Zhang’s Discrete Mathematics presents a clearly written, student-friendly introduction to discrete mathematics. The authors draw from their background as researchers and educators to offer lucid discussions and descriptions fundamental to the subject of discrete mathematics. Unique among discrete mathematics textbooks for its treatment of proof techniques and graph theory, topics discussed also include logic, relations and functions (especially equivalence relations and bijective functions), algorithms and analysis of algorithms, introduction to number theory, combinatorics (counting, the Pascal triangle, and the binomial theorem), discrete probability, partially ordered sets, lattices and Boolean algebras, cryptography, and finite-state machines. This highly versatile text provides mathematical background used in a wide variety of disciplines, including mathematics and mathematics education, computer science, biology, chemistry, engineering, communications, and business. Some of the major features and strengths of this textbook: numerous, carefully explained examples and applications facilitate learning; more than 1,600 exercises, ranging from elementary to challenging, are included with hints/answers to all odd-numbered exercises; descriptions of proof techniques are accessible and lively; students benefit from the historical discussions throughout the textbook.

Discrete Mathematics, 8th Edition is an accessible introduction that helps to develop your mathematical maturity. Ample opportunities to practice, apply and demonstrate conceptual understanding are provided. Exercise sets feature a large number of applications, especially to computer science. Worked examples provide ready reference as you work. The text models various problem-solving techniques in detail, then encourages you to practice these techniques; it also emphasizes how to read and write proofs. Many proofs are illustrated with annotated figures and/or motivated by special Discussion sections. URLs throughout direct you to relevant applications, extensions, and computer programs.