Prove Inequality: a,b,c ∈R+ | n≥1

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In summary, the conversation is about using mathematical induction to prove the equation \frac{a^{n+1}}{b+c}+\frac{b^{n+1}}{a+c}+\frac{c^{n+1}}{a+b}=(\frac{a^{n}}{b+c}+\frac{b^{n}}{a+c}+\frac{c^{n}}{a+b})*\sqrt[n]{\frac{a^{n}+b^{n}+c^{n}}{3}} for n>=1 and a,b,c \in\textsl{R}_{+}. The conversation also includes a discussion on the use of mathematical induction and the importance of proving the statement
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Prove [tex]\frac{a^{n+1}}{b+c}+\frac{b^{n+1}}{a+c}+\frac{c^{n+1}}{a+b}=(\frac{a^{n}}{b+c}+\frac{b^{n}}{a+c}+\frac{c^{n}}{a+b})*\sqrt[n]{\frac{a^{n}+b^{n}+c^{n}}{3}}[/tex]
if n>=1 and a,b,c [tex]\in\textsl{R}_{+}[/tex]

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I tried prove it i some ways but i think any of it don't approach me to solution. I need a clue, don't give me solution.

PS sorry for my english
 
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Mathematical Induction is a method of proving a series of mathematical statement labelled by natural numbers
 
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Right, and aren't your values of n natural numbers? There is no such restriction on a, b, and c.
 
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I get

[tex]a^{2}+b^{2}+c^{2}\geq ab+bc+ac[/tex] for n=1
is it true?
what is next step(i never used mathematical induction before)

if i do it for n=2 it will be proved?
 
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For n = 1 you have to show that
[tex]\frac{a^{2}}{b+c}+\frac{b^{2}}{a+c}+\frac{c^{2}}{a+b}=(\frac{a^{1}}{b+c}+\frac{b^{1}}{a+c}+\frac{c^{1}}{a+b})*\frac{a^{1}+b^{1}+c^{1}}{3}[/tex]

It is not sufficient to quit after showing that the original statement is true for n = 2.

In mathematical induction, you assume that the statement is true for n = k, and use that to show that the statement is also true for n = k + 1.
 
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Thanks for helping me.
 

FAQ: Prove Inequality: a,b,c ∈R+ | n≥1

What does "a,b,c ∈R+" mean?

The notation "a,b,c ∈R+" means that a, b, and c are all positive real numbers. This notation is commonly used in mathematics and indicates that the values of a, b, and c must be greater than zero.

What is the significance of "n≥1" in this inequality?

The "n≥1" in this inequality indicates that the proof must hold true for any value of n that is greater than or equal to 1. This is important because it means that the inequality must hold true for all possible values of n, not just a specific number.

How do you prove an inequality?

To prove an inequality, you must show that one side of the inequality is always greater than or equal to the other side. This can be done by using mathematical properties and operations to manipulate the inequality until it is in a form that is easily comparable.

What is the purpose of proving an inequality?

Proving an inequality is important because it allows us to make mathematical statements about relationships between different quantities. It also helps us to understand and solve problems in various fields such as economics, physics, and engineering.

Why is it necessary to specify that a, b, and c are positive real numbers?

Specifying that a, b, and c are positive real numbers is necessary because it helps to narrow down the possible values and makes it easier to prove the inequality. If a, b, and c were allowed to be any real numbers, the inequality may not hold true for all cases.

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