Math Problem Statement
Consider a region S defined by a set of linear constraints S ={x∈Rn :Ax≤b}, where A is an m×n matrix and b ∈ Rm. Prove that S is convex.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Convexity
Linear Algebra
Inequalities
Convex Sets
Formulas
S = { x ∈ ℝ^n : A x ≤ b }
x_λ = λ x_1 + (1 - λ) x_2 for λ ∈ [0, 1]
A x_λ = λ A x_1 + (1 - λ) A x_2
Theorems
Convexity of a set
Convex combination theorem
Suitable Grade Level
University Level - Linear Algebra or Convex Optimization
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