The partition function, p(n), counts the number of ways the integer n can be written as a sum of positive integers. For example, p(4)=5 because there are 5 way to write the number 4 as a sum of whole numbers: 4= 1+1+1+1 = 1+1+2 = 1+3 = 2+2 = 4 The partition ...
Process by which people choose the candidate they want to become a public official. Many positions in government are elected positions, which means that many voters have to decide on a person to fill each job. Elections are held for positions like City Council person, Mayor, State Representative, ...
A formal and organized process of electing or being elected, esp. of members of a political body.
