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I think this is a high-quality question and I agree with explanation.
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How do we assume x is not equal to Y
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How do we assume x is not equal to Y

From the first statement, we deduce that x = 2 and y = 1.
From the second statement, we deduce that x = 2 and y can be any positive integer.

What do you mean exactly "How do we assume x is not equal to Y"?
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