Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around solving the inequality $$2\cos(x) \le \left|\sqrt{1+\sin (2x)}-\sqrt{1-\sin (2x)} \right|\le \sqrt{2}$$ for $$x$$ in the interval $$[0, 2\pi]$$. Participants explore various approaches to find the values of $$x$$ that satisfy this inequality, involving trigonometric identities and inequalities.
Discussion Character
- Mathematical reasoning, Technical explanation, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants propose that the problem can be simplified to $$\cos x \le \frac{1}{\sqrt{2}}$$, leading to a solution range of $$\frac{\pi}{4} \le x \le \frac{7\pi}{4}$$.
- Others argue that the conditions for $$\cos x$$ being less than or equal to zero lead to solutions in the range between $$\frac{\pi}{2}$$ and $$-\frac{3\pi}{2}$$, which needs to be interpreted within the interval $$[0, 2\pi]$$.
- A later reply discusses the implications of squaring the middle expression, leading to different cases based on the sign of $$\cos(2x)$$, resulting in different forms of the inequality to analyze.
- Some participants note that the first inequality is always satisfied under certain conditions, while others emphasize the need to analyze the ranges for $$\sin x$$ and $$\cos x$$ separately.
- There are mentions of corrections to earlier claims, with participants refining their arguments based on previous posts.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express multiple competing views regarding the ranges of $$x$$ that satisfy the inequality, and the discussion remains unresolved with no consensus on a single solution set.
Contextual Notes
Participants highlight the need to consider different cases based on the signs of $$\sin x$$ and $$\cos x$$, as well as the implications of squaring the inequality, which introduces additional conditions that may not be straightforward.