Math Problem Statement

Soit f la fonction définie sur ℝ⁺ par f(x) = xE(4 / (x² + 2)). 1) Montrer que ∀x ∈ ]-1,1[ |f(x)| ≤ 2|x|. 2) En déduire que f est continue en 0. 3) Montrer que ∀x ∈ ]-1,1[, f(x) = x.

Solution

Let's analyze the given problem.

The function f(x)f(x) is defined on R+\mathbb{R}^+ (the set of positive real numbers) by:

f(x)=xE(4x2+2)f(x) = xE\left( \frac{4}{x^2 + 2} \right)

where E(y)E(y) is likely the floor function, meaning it gives the greatest integer less than or equal to yy. The floor function could affect the behavior of the function in interesting ways, especially for small values of xx.

Now, let's look at the specific tasks:

  1. Montrer que : x]1,1[,f(x)2x\forall x \in ]-1, 1[, |f(x)| \leq 2|x|.

    We are asked to show that for all x(1,1)x \in (-1, 1), the absolute value of f(x)f(x) is less than or equal to 2x2|x|.

  2. En déduire que ff est continue en 0.

    From the above result, we need to deduce that the function f(x)f(x) is continuous at 0. This usually involves considering limits and ensuring that the function behaves well around 0.

  3. Montrer que x]1,1[,f(x)=x\forall x \in ]-1, 1[, f(x) = x.

    Finally, we are asked to show that for all x(1,1)x \in (-1, 1), the function f(x)f(x) simplifies to f(x)=xf(x) = x.


To proceed, we need to study the behavior of the function f(x)=xE(4x2+2)f(x) = xE\left( \frac{4}{x^2 + 2} \right). The floor function E(4x2+2)E\left( \frac{4}{x^2 + 2} \right) will take different integer values depending on the value of xx, which will influence the overall function.


Would you like a step-by-step breakdown of how to solve each part of this problem? If so, I can go into more detail for each question.


Related questions:

  1. What is the general behavior of the floor function E(y)E(y) when applied to rational expressions?
  2. How does the behavior of f(x)f(x) change for small values of xx (close to 0)?
  3. Why is continuity in 0 important for this problem, and how is it demonstrated in this case?
  4. How can you generalize the function's behavior for x(1,1)x \in (-1, 1) by analyzing the given inequality?
  5. What are the key properties of the function 4x2+2\frac{4}{x^2 + 2}, and how do they affect the analysis?

Tip: Understanding the behavior of the floor function is crucial when dealing with piecewise functions like this one. Always consider how it behaves at boundary points.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Real analysis
Inequalities
Continuity
Piecewise functions

Formulas

f(x) = xE(4 / (x² + 2))
|f(x)| ≤ 2|x|

Theorems

Continuity theorem
Inequality properties

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate