This book aims to convey the theory and techniques involved in proving algebraic inequalities. Each chapter begins with a theoretical part, in which several classical theorems are stated and proven. These include the fundamental Arithmetic-Geometric Mean and Cauchy-Schwarz inequalities, as well as the Nesbitt, Schur, Hölder, Rearrangement, and Chebyshev inequalities. Numerous examples are provided to illustrate the subtleties involved in applying these inequalities. Problems range from relatively easy to extremely challenging, benefiting both beginners and veteran problem solvers alike. To help the reader hone their skills, 109 inequality problems are provided, of which 54 are introductory and 55 are advanced. Detailed solutions to all of these problems are given, in which an eclectic medley of ideas are employed.
Authors
- Titu Andreescu and Adithya Ganesh
Subjects
- Algebra
Book Details
- Hardcover: 203
- Publisher: XYZ Press (2015)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0988562286
- ISBN-13: 978-0988562288