Vector Space of Bounded Sequences

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The discussion focuses on the vector space l_infty(R) of all bounded sequences and evaluates the validity of two norms defined on this space. The first norm, || ||_#, defined as ||x||_#=|x_1|, is shown to satisfy the properties of a norm through axioms a) and b), while axioms c) and d) require further exploration. The second norm, || ||_infty, defined as ||x||_infty=sup |x_n| for n in N, is confirmed to meet all norm axioms, including the triangle inequality. Participants seek clarification on the application of the triangle inequality for the first norm.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of vector spaces, specifically l_infty(R)
  • Familiarity with norm definitions and properties
  • Knowledge of the triangle inequality in mathematical analysis
  • Basic concepts of bounded sequences and supremum
NEXT STEPS
  • Review the properties of norms in functional analysis
  • Explore the triangle inequality in the context of l_infty spaces
  • Study examples of bounded sequences and their norms
  • Investigate additional norms applicable to l_infty(R)
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Mathematics students, particularly those studying functional analysis, linear algebra, or anyone interested in the properties of bounded sequences and normed vector spaces.

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Homework Statement



Consider the vector space l_infty(R) of all bounded sequences. Decide whether or not the following norms are defined on l_infty(R) . If they are, verify by axioms. If not, provide counter example.

Homework Equations



x in l_infty(R); x=(x_n), (i) || ||_# defined by ||x||_#=|x_1|, (ii) |\ ||_infty defined by || ||_infty =sup |x_n| for n in N

The Attempt at a Solution



(i)
a) Since x is in l_infty(R), there exist k_x >0 s.t |x_n| <=k_x for all n in N
y is in l_infty(R), there exist k_y>0 s.t |y_n| <=k_y for all n in N

||x+y||_#=||(x_n+y_n)||_#=|x_n+y_n|. Now we have that |a+b| <=|a|+|b|, therefore
<=|x_n|+|y_n|
<=k_x+k_y for all n in N
<=||x||_#+||y||_#

b) ||ax||_#=|ax_1|
=|a| |x_1|
=|aA ||x||_#

Axioms c) and d) I don't know how to attempt for this space

(ii) || ||_infty =sup |x_n| for n in N

Let x be in l_infty(R), x=(x_1)

a) ||x||_infty>=sup|x_n|>=0 where sup|x_n|>-0 for n in N for all x_n in l_infty(R)
b) ||x||=0 iff x=0
c) ||ax||_infty =sup|ax_n|
=|a| sup|x_n| for n in N
=|a| ||x||_infty

d) Now sure how to use the trinagle inequality for this space..?
 
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