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#1 2011-09-09 20:35:04
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we had a test and i got these three numbers wrong because i really dont understand a single thing about it and im still in grade 9. and since it bugging me i want to know how to do these things. Thanks ahead! 
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1) Prove: if n<0 and |m|= ------ , -1<m<0 or m>1
m+n
4-x x+3 2-3x
2) Given m = ------- , n = ------- , p = ------ , and m>n>p
3 4 5
7
Prove: the possible value of x is - <x <1
17
3) Positive numbers a,b, and c satisfy the inequality a+b+c> abc. Prove that a^2+b^2+c^2>abc
#2 2011-09-09 20:59:58
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Hi;
1 and 2 are totally unreadable on my browser. I am looking at 3.
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#3 2011-09-09 21:08:59
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okay thanks, 1 and 2 have fractions, i'll try to re write it again
#4 2011-09-09 21:15:27
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1) Prove: if n<0 and |m|= m-n/m+n , -1<m<0 or m>1
2) Given m = 4-x/3, n = x+3/4, p = 2-3x/5 , and m>n>p
Prove that the possible value of x is {-7/17<x<1}
#5 2011-09-09 22:28:59
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hi bobbym
I'm seeing
1) Prove: if n<0 and
-1<m<0 or m>1
and 2) Given
and m>n>p
Prove: the possible value of x is
Bob
Last edited by bob bundy (2011-09-09 22:33:28)
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#6 2011-09-09 22:39:13
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Hi Bob;
That looks right!
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90% of mathematicians do not understand 90% of currently published mathematics.
#8 2011-09-10 02:22:03
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fromwodehouse wrote:
1) Prove: if n<0 and |m|= m-n/m+n , -1<m<0 or m>1
2) Given m = 4-x/3, n = x+3/4, p = 2-3x/5 , and m>n>p
Prove that the possible value of x is {-7/17<x<1}
fromwodehouse,
because of the Order of Operations,
you must use grouping symbols for these:
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#9 2011-09-10 18:09:06
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hi fromwoodhouse,
Here's my proof for (1)
Consider the case m ≥ 0
In that case treat |m| as just m
but we know from the case that m and 1 + m > 0 so
Now consider the alternative case that m < 0
That means we can replace |m| with -m
this time we know 1 - m > 0 as m < 0 so
If a product is negative then one factor must be + and one must be - so
either m > 0 and (m + 1) < 0 but this contradicts the assumption that m < 0
or m < 0 and (m + 1) > 0 which leads to -1 < m < 0
Now to look at number (2). See next post.
Hope that helps
Bob
Last edited by bob bundy (2011-09-10 18:17:33)
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#10 2011-09-10 18:22:38
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hi again,
(2) Like this:
and
So put these together and you get what you wanted.
Now for (3). edit: Many hours later. I cannot do this one yet. I've put out a general request for more brains.
Bob
Last edited by bob bundy (2011-09-11 01:38:52)
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#11 2011-09-11 22:13:11
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Hi;
A little help.
3) Positive numbers a,b, and c satisfy the inequality a+b+c>= abc. Prove that a^2+b^2+c^2>=abc
By Muirheads inequality:
Therefore it is not mandatory that this can be done by the AMGM.
In mathematics, you don't understand things. You just get used to them.
Probability is the most important concept in modern science, especially as nobody has the slightest notion what it means.
90% of mathematicians do not understand 90% of currently published mathematics.
#12 2011-09-12 04:29:28
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This is for grade 9 and the other two were fairly straight forward. Could the question be:
Positive numbers a,b, and c satisfy the inequality a+b+c>= abc. Prove that a^2+b^2+c^2>=(abc)^2
because that is do-able.
Bob
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#13 2011-09-12 04:38:06
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Hi Bob;
Positive numbers a,b, and c satisfy the inequality a+b+c>= abc. Prove that a^2+b^2+c^2>=(abc)^2
because that is do-able.
Not if you have
a = 2, b = 5 / 4, c = 2
a = 3, b = 1, c = 2
I am fairly sure the original problem #3 is true.
In mathematics, you don't understand things. You just get used to them.
Probability is the most important concept in modern science, especially as nobody has the slightest notion what it means.
90% of mathematicians do not understand 90% of currently published mathematics.
#15 2011-09-12 06:06:04
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It is okay. I am not sure about the problem either.
In mathematics, you don't understand things. You just get used to them.
Probability is the most important concept in modern science, especially as nobody has the slightest notion what it means.
90% of mathematicians do not understand 90% of currently published mathematics.
#16 2011-09-12 06:31:20
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hi guys
is this correct for (3):
The limit operator is just an excuse for doing something you know you can't.
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#17 2011-09-12 06:42:03
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Hi;
This statement is not true under the conditions of the problem.
In mathematics, you don't understand things. You just get used to them.
Probability is the most important concept in modern science, especially as nobody has the slightest notion what it means.
90% of mathematicians do not understand 90% of currently published mathematics.
#18 2011-09-12 06:43:28
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why not?
The limit operator is just an excuse for doing something you know you can't.
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#19 2011-09-12 06:46:21
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Hi;
why not?
Try a = 2, b = 2, c = 1.
I think this is where your error is.
You are okay after A)
Mistake made in B.
It was a pretty good idea though.
In mathematics, you don't understand things. You just get used to them.
Probability is the most important concept in modern science, especially as nobody has the slightest notion what it means.
90% of mathematicians do not understand 90% of currently published mathematics.
#20 2011-09-13 03:41:43
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Hi all;
In mathematics, you don't understand things. You just get used to them.
Probability is the most important concept in modern science, especially as nobody has the slightest notion what it means.
90% of mathematicians do not understand 90% of currently published mathematics.
#21 2011-09-13 06:47:58
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what is muirheads' inequality?
The limit operator is just an excuse for doing something you know you can't.
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“A secret's worth depends on the people from whom it must be kept.” ― Carlos Ruiz Zafón
#22 2011-09-13 07:22:34
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Hi;
I can use it a lot easier than explain it. Here is the site that taught me.
http://2000clicks.com/MathHelp/IneqMuir … ality.aspx
In mathematics, you don't understand things. You just get used to them.
Probability is the most important concept in modern science, especially as nobody has the slightest notion what it means.
90% of mathematicians do not understand 90% of currently published mathematics.