MHB What Does the Inequality x >= y Mean?

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The inequality x >= y indicates that for any values of x and y, x is always greater than or equal to y. This means that no matter what specific values are chosen for x and y, the relationship will always hold true. The discussion emphasizes the universality of this inequality across all possible pairs of x and y. Understanding this concept is crucial for interpreting mathematical relationships and functions. The principle underscores foundational aspects of inequality in mathematics.
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∀x∀y (x >= y)

For all $x$ and for all $y,$ $x$ is greater or equal than $y.$
 
For any pair $$(x,y)$$ the inequality $$x\geq y$$ holds.
 

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