independence number
The term 'independence number' has specific meanings in graph theory and finance, referring to distinct concepts within each field.
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Definition
C1Graph Theory
(technical, academic)The size of the largest set of vertices in a graph where no two vertices are connected by an edge.
Example
- In this graph, the independence number is 4 because the largest independent set contains four vertices.
B2Finance
(financial, informal)The amount of money or assets needed for a person to support themselves without working.
Example
- To calculate your financial independence number, consider your annual expenses and expected investment returns.