Let G be a simple planar graph with fewer than 12
vertices.
a) Prove that m <=3n-6; b) Prove that G has a vertex of degree
<=4.
Solution: (a) simple --> bdy >=3. So 3m - 3n + 6 = 3f <= sum(bdy) = 2m --> m - 3n + 6 <=0 --> m <= 3n - 6.
So for part a, how to get bdy >=3 and 2m? I need a detailed explanation
b) Assume all deg >= 5 --> 5n <= sum(deg) = 2m <=
3(3n-6) = 6n - 12 --> 5n <= 6n - 12 or 12 <= n. But n <
12. This contradiction proves that there is a vertex of deg
<=4.
I need a detailed explanation for part b
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