Maths Olympiad Prep

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Problem 519

AMC 12 late, AIME early
Algebra Difficulty 4.9 Prove it

Derive the inequality between the arithmetic mean and the geometric mean from Muirhead's inequality (problem 61424).

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This one wants a proof. Work it on paper, then read the official solution and mark yourself. Be honest about it: the record is only any use to you if it is.

Official solution

According to Muirhead's inequality x1n++xnnnx1xnx_{1}^{n}+\ldots+x_{n}^{n} \geq n x_{1} \ldots x_{n}.

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