Prove this math statement

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In summary, the statements given are basic algebraic equations and inequalities that can be easily proved using general mathematical principles. These proofs do not require any advanced knowledge and can be solved using the concepts learned in general mathematics, specifically algebra.
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please proof​


1) a.0=0
2) a^2≥0
3) -1/a=1/-a
4) a-(b-c)=(a-b)+c
5) if a.b=o a=0 or b=0
6) if a≤x≤b and a≤y≤b then |x-y|≤b-a

 
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shanshayan said:
please proof​


1) a.0=0
2) a^2≥0
3) -1/a=1/-a
4) a-(b-c)=(a-b)+c
5) if a.b=o a=0 or b=0
6) if a≤x≤b and a≤y≤b then |x-y|≤b-a

You need to show us your own attempt to solve these problems. If you have no idea how to solve them, it's OK to just say that, but then you still have to give us more information. In particular, you need to tell us if these variables represent real numbers, vectors, or something else. You also need to tell us what information from your book you're allowed to use. Does the problem say that these statements are all true, or are you supposed to determine which ones that are? Number 4 looks wrong, but maybe the + sign is supposed to be -. Does a period (.) denote multiplication of real numbers, or is it the dot product of vectors? Are these statements about three specific real numbers a,b,c, or are they supposed to be statements about all real numbers? For example, is number 2 supposed to say "For all real numbers a, a2≥0", or is a some specific real number that you've been given (like -3), and you're supposed to prove that its square is ≥0?
 
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Looks like homework to me.
 
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shanshayan said:
please proof​


1) a.0=0
2) a^2≥0
3) -1/a=1/-a
4) a-(b-c)=(a-b)+c
5) if a.b=o a=0 or b=0
6) if a≤x≤b and a≤y≤b then |x-y|≤b-a


These proofs are so simple all you have to use to prove them is want you learned in general mathematics preferably algebra.
 

1. How do I prove a math statement?

To prove a math statement, you need to show that it is logically true. This can be done through different methods such as direct proof, proof by contradiction, mathematical induction, or proof by contrapositive.

2. What is a direct proof?

A direct proof is a method of proving a math statement by using known definitions, axioms, and previously proven theorems to logically show that the statement is true.

3. What is proof by contradiction?

Proof by contradiction is a method of proving a math statement by assuming the statement is false and showing that this assumption leads to a contradiction. This proves that the statement must be true.

4. What is mathematical induction?

Mathematical induction is a method of proving a statement for all positive integers by showing that it is true for the first integer and then showing that if it is true for any integer, it is also true for the next integer.

5. What is proof by contrapositive?

Proof by contrapositive is a method of proving a math statement by contrapositing the statement and then using a direct proof to show that the contrapositive statement is true. This proves that the original statement must also be true.

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