Can the Proof of a Statement be Improved: A Request for Assistance

Thread starter athrun200
Start date Feb 19, 2012

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The discussion revolves around improving a mathematical proof, specifically part (b) of a homework assignment. The original proof is deemed insufficiently concrete, prompting a request for assistance. A participant suggests that the coefficients of both √a and √b should be -4 in the second line of the proof. This feedback aims to enhance the clarity and correctness of the argument presented. The conversation highlights the collaborative effort to refine mathematical proofs for better accuracy.

Feb 19, 2012

athrun200

Homework Statement

I would like to ask part (b)

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Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

It seems my proof is not concrete enough. Can anyone help me to improve my proof?

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Feb 19, 2012

ehild

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Homework Helper

Hi athrun200,

The coefficients of both √a and √b have to be -4 in the second line. ehild

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