Let G be a connected simple graph in which all vertices have degree 4. Prove that it is possible to color the edges of G red or blue so that every vertex is adjacent to two red edges and two blue edges. Hint: Start by showing that G has a closed Eulerian walk.

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Let G be a connected simple graph in which all vertices have degree 4. Prove that it is possible to color the edges of G red or blue so that
every vertex is adjacent to two red edges and two blue edges. Hint: Start by showing that G has a closed Eulerian walk.
Transcribed Image Text:Let G be a connected simple graph in which all vertices have degree 4. Prove that it is possible to color the edges of G red or blue so that every vertex is adjacent to two red edges and two blue edges. Hint: Start by showing that G has a closed Eulerian walk.
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