Can the Maximum Sum of Diagonals in a Rhombus Be Proven to Be 14?

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In summary, "max" in this equation refers to the largest possible value of AC + BD. To prove this equation, mathematical concepts and principles such as algebra and properties of inequalities are used. An example of when max(AC + BD) would equal 14 is when AC = 6 and BD = 8. This equation is not always true, but there is always a maximum value that can be reached by adjusting the values of AC and BD. In science, this equation may be important as it could be used to model or represent real-life situations, such as determining the maximum amount of force that can be applied to a structure before it collapses.
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A rhombus with side length 5

if diagonal BD $\geq 6$

and diagonal AC $\leq 6$

Prove : max (AC+BD)=14
 
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Re: Prove max(AC+BD)=14

Albert said:
A rhombus with side length 5

if diagonal BD $\geq 6$

and diagonal AC $\leq 6$

Prove : max (AC+BD)=14

let $BD=x=6+a,AC=y=6-b$
for $x^2+y^2=100$
$we\,\, have\,\, (a>0 ,b\leq0$)
$\therefore (6+a)^2+(6-b)^2=100$
$(a-b)^2+12(a-b)+2ab-28=0$
$a-b=-6\pm\sqrt{64-2ab}$
$\therefore max(a-b)=2 \,\, (here \,\, b=0,a=2)$
$and\,\,we\,\,get :max(y+x)=max(AC+BD)=(6-0)+(6+2)=14$
 

1. What does "max" mean in the context of this equation?

"Max" is short for "maximum" and it refers to the largest possible value. In other words, we are looking for the highest possible value of AC + BD in this equation.

2. How do you prove an equation like this?

In order to prove this equation, we need to use mathematical concepts and principles such as algebra, properties of inequalities, and possibly some geometric theorems.

3. Can you provide an example of when max(AC + BD) would equal 14?

Sure! For example, if AC = 6 and BD = 8, then AC + BD = 14. This would be the maximum possible value for this equation.

4. Is this equation always true or are there any exceptions?

This equation is not always true. It depends on the values of AC and BD. However, there is always a maximum value that can be reached by adjusting the values of AC and BD.

5. Why is this equation important in science?

This equation may be important in science because it could be used to model or represent a real-life situation. For example, it could be used to determine the maximum amount of force that can be applied to a structure before it collapses.

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