Visual proof of the two-variable am-gm inequality

Joshi, Kapil D (2018) Visual proof of the two-variable am-gm inequality. At Right Angles, 7 (1). pp. 54-55.

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Abstract

The algebraic proof of (1) consists of recognizing that a b ab 2 2 + − 2 is a perfect square, namely, (a – b)2 which is always non-negative as a and b are real numbers. This is probably the simplest and the most direct proof.

Item Type:	Articles in APF Magazines
Authors:	Joshi, Kapil D
Document Language:	Language English
Uncontrolled Keywords:	AM-GM inequality, visual proof
Subjects:	Natural Sciences > Mathematics
Divisions:	Azim Premji University - Bengaluru > University Publications > At Right Angles
Full Text Status:	Public
URI:	http://publications.azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/id/eprint/1317
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