What is wrong with the following proof by mathematical induction? We will prove that for

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What is wrong with the following proof by mathematical induction? We will prove that for any positive integer n, n is equal to 1 more than n. Assume that P(k) is true. k = k + 1 Adding 1 to both sides of this equation, we get k + 1 = k + 2 Thus, P(k + 1) is true

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