Convex function on closed interval?

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The function f(x) = x^2 is defined on the closed interval K = [0, 1]. It is confirmed that f(x) is a convex function due to its second derivative being positive over the interval. However, f(x) is not linear, as it does not satisfy the definition of a linear function, which requires a constant slope. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding the definitions of convex and linear functions to analyze f(x) correctly.

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Homework Statement


Let K be the closed interval [0,1] and consider the function f(x)=x^2. Is f convex? Is f linear?

help please :/ i don't even know how to set this up to check, our teacher didn't even get to this in class yet!


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csc2iffy said:

Homework Statement


Let K be the closed interval [0,1] and consider the function f(x)=x^2. Is f convex? Is f linear?

help please :/ i don't even know how to set this up to check, our teacher didn't even get to this in class yet!


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The Attempt at a Solution


What is the definition of a linear function? Does your f(x) satisfy that? What is the definition of a convex function? Does that apply to f(x)? If your teacher has not covered that material yet, is it nevertheless in your textbook? If not, you can use Google, or go to the library.

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