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Compact-preimage theorem for closed maps

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Let f:X→Y be a continuous map that is a closed map and whose fibres are compact. Then f−1(K) is compact for every compact set K⊆Y, without a Hausdorff hypothesis. Given an open cover, cover each fibre by a finite union Vy​ of its members. The set Wy​=Y∖f(X∖Vy​) is open, contains y, and has f−1(Wy​)⊆Vy​. A finite subcover of K by the Wy​ uses only finitely many original cover members and covers f−1(K). Empty fibres cause no exception.

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  • Past exam of the mathematics course of the University of Cambridge / 2017 / ib / Paper 4 / 13E / b / ii / Solution
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