Linear Equations and Inequalities

Linear Equations and Inequalities

IP 2
  1. For positive numbers \(u,v\), use \((u-v)^2\geq0\) to prove

    \[ u^2+v^2\geq2uv. \] State when equality holds.

  2. For \(0<a<b\), prove \[ \frac ab<\frac{a+2}{b+2}. \]

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Answer:(a) Difference \(=(u-v)^2\geq0\), equality \(u=v\); (b) difference \(=\frac{2(b-a)}{b(b+2)}>0\).

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