Homework inequality -- Show that (a+1)(b+1)(c+1)(d+1) < 8(abcd+1)

In summary, the conversation discusses how to show that (a+1)(b+1)(c+1)(d+1) < 8(abcd+1) for values of a,b,c,d greater than 1. The conversation includes attempts at using various inequalities and transformations, but ultimately leads to the suggestion of using induction. The solution is then provided by recognizing that ab>1 and cd>1, and substituting these values into the expressions for a and b.
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Homework Statement


For a,b,c,d >1, Show that (a+1)(b+1)(c+1)(d+1) < 8(abcd+1)

Homework Equations


How to show this?

The Attempt at a Solution


I could show for two variables, (a+1)(b+1)<2(ab+1). Tried C-S, AM-GM inequalities in different form and variable transformations. But still no result. It's my daughters test question. Any help is appreciated.
 
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Can this be done by induction?
 
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(a+1)(b+1)<2(ab+1)
(d+1)(c+1)<2(dc+1)

(a+1)(b+1)(d+1)(c+1)< 4(ab+1)(dc+1)

Can you complete now ?
 
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ssd, Buffu has given a nice lead. Recognize that ##ab>1## and ##cd>1##. So replace these in your expressions for ##a## and ##b##
 
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Thanks a lot to both of you.
 

1. What is the purpose of this inequality?

The purpose of this inequality is to show that the product of (a+1)(b+1)(c+1)(d+1) is always less than 8 times the product of abcd+1. This has implications in understanding the relationship between the individual variables and their joint product.

2. How is this inequality relevant to homework?

This inequality can be applied to homework assignments where students are given a certain number of tasks to complete (a, b, c, and d) and are given one more task to complete (1). It shows that the total number of tasks (a+1)(b+1)(c+1)(d+1) is always less than 8 times the original number of tasks (abcd+1).

3. What are the assumptions made in this inequality?

The inequality assumes that a, b, c, and d are positive real numbers. It also assumes that the product (abcd+1) is also a positive real number. Additionally, it assumes that the factors (a+1), (b+1), (c+1), and (d+1) are all positive, which is a reasonable assumption when dealing with homework assignments.

4. How can this inequality be proven?

This inequality can be proven using algebraic manipulation. By expanding the product (a+1)(b+1)(c+1)(d+1), we can show that it is always less than 8 times the product of abcd+1. This can be done by using the properties of inequalities and the fact that all the variables are positive.

5. What are the practical applications of this inequality?

This inequality has practical applications in various fields of science, such as economics, statistics, and probability. It can also be used in real-life scenarios, such as budgeting or resource allocation, to show that increasing the number of available resources (represented by the factors a, b, c, and d) by a small amount (represented by 1) will result in a smaller increase in the total amount of resources (represented by abcd+1) compared to the original amount.

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