Math Problem Statement
Solution
The inequality given is:
Let's solve this inequality step by step:
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Expand both sides:
Left side:
Right side:
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Rewrite the inequality:
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Move all terms to one side:
Simplify:
To make it more conventional, multiply by :
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Analyze the quadratic inequality:
For a quadratic , we need to find the roots using the discriminant:
Discriminant () is given by:
Since the discriminant is negative (), the quadratic equation has no real roots and is always positive since for .
Therefore, has no real solutions.
Conclusion: The inequality holds for no real values of .
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Tip: When solving inequalities, always check the nature of the quadratic (positive or negative discriminant) to determine if the expression can ever be less than or greater than zero.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Quadratic Equations
Inequalities
Formulas
Expansion of (a - b)(a + b) = a^2 - b^2
Quadratic equation: ax^2 + bx + c
Discriminant: Δ = b^2 - 4ac
Theorems
Quadratic Inequalities
Discriminant Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12