Math Problem Statement
(-x+1) 〖(2x+3)〗^2 〖(4x-5)〗^4>0
Solution
The inequality given is:
To solve this inequality, let's analyze each factor:
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Factor 1:
- This factor changes sign at .
- For , .
- For , .
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Factor 2:
- Since this is a square, for all , and it equals 0 when , i.e., .
- For any other value of , .
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Factor 3:
- Since this is a fourth power, for all , and it equals 0 when , i.e., .
- For any other value of , .
Now, consider the product of these factors:
Sign Analysis:
- At : The first factor , and thus the product is 0, not positive.
- At : The second factor , and thus the product is 0, not positive.
- At : The third factor , and thus the product is 0, not positive.
For the product to be positive:
- The first factor must be positive, meaning .
- The second factor is positive for all .
- The third factor is positive for all .
Solution Set:
To satisfy all conditions where the product is positive:
- (since ).
- Exclude and since these make the product zero.
Thus, the solution to the inequality is:
This is the interval where the expression is greater than zero.
Would you like more details on any specific part? Here are some related questions you might find helpful:
- What is the general approach for solving polynomial inequalities?
- How does the sign of each factor affect the overall product in inequalities?
- Why does squaring or taking the fourth power of an expression always yield a non-negative result?
- How would the solution change if the inequality were instead of ?
- Can you explain how to graph the solution set on a number line?
Tip: When solving inequalities, always consider the sign of each factor and where each factor equals zero. This will help you determine the intervals where the inequality holds.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Inequalities
Polynomials
Sign Analysis
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12