Convex Functions: Proving g(x) is Convex

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The discussion centers on proving that if a function f(x) is convex and positive on a convex set S in Rn, then the function g(x) = (f(x))^2 is also convex. The proof relies on the properties of convex functions and the definition of convexity, demonstrating that the composition of a convex function with a non-decreasing function preserves convexity. This conclusion is essential for understanding the behavior of transformations of convex functions in higher-dimensional spaces.

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let f(X) : Rn --> R be a function defined on convex set S s.t S is a subset of
Rn (real space n-dim). Let f is positive throughout. Then define g(x) = (f(x))^2. Prove that if f(x) is convex then g(x) is also convex.
 
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russel.arnold said:
let f(X) : Rn --> R be a function defined on convex set S s.t S is a subset of
Rn (real space n-dim). Let f is positive throughout. Then define g(x) = (f(x))^2. Prove that if f(x) is convex then g(x) is also convex.

This needs to be posted in the Calculus and Beyond Homework forum with your attempt at a solution.
 

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