Discrete Mathematics and Its Applications, Seventh Edition

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Chapter 1 - Section 1.7 - Introduction to Proofs - Exercises - Page 91: 21

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Work Step by Step

To prove $P(1)$ is true, we will assume the antecedent is true, and prove that the consequent must also be true. So, we will use a direct proof. $Proof.$ Assume $a$ and $b$ are positive real numbers. Then $(a+b)^1=a+b=a^1+b^1$. Hence $(a+b)^1 \geq a^1+b^1$. Thus $P(1)$ is true.$_\Box$
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