Math Problem Statement
Suppose {xn} and {yn} are sequences with the following properties: • xn → L, • yn → M , and • xn < yn for all n ∈ N. TRUE or FALSE: It is necessarily the case that L < M .
Solution
The statement is TRUE. Here's why:
If we have two sequences and such that:
- ,
- , and
- for all ,
then the limit of () must be less than or equal to the limit of (). This is because if for all , as becomes arbitrarily large, the values of and approach their respective limits while maintaining .
Why is necessary:
If , it would mean that and are converging to the same limit, which contradicts the condition that for all . Therefore, the only possibility is that .
Conclusion:
Given the conditions, it is necessarily the case that .
Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions to consider:
- What is the relationship between the limits of sequences and their inequalities?
- What happens if instead of ?
- How would the conclusion change if one or both sequences were not convergent?
- Can you provide a counterexample if and were allowed to have the same limit?
- How would the result change if and were convergent series instead of sequences?
Tip: When working with sequences, always consider whether the properties hold in the limit, as small inequalities can become equality as becomes large.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Sequences
Limits
Inequalities in Sequences
Formulas
\(\lim_{{n \to \infty}} x_n = L\)
\(\lim_{{n \to \infty}} y_n = M\)
Theorems
Limit Comparison Theorem
Order Properties of Limits
Suitable Grade Level
College Level