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$a,\,b$ and $c$ are positive integers that satisfy the inequality $ab+3b+2c>a^2+b^2+c^2+3$. Evaluate $a+b+c$.
Positive integers are whole numbers that are greater than zero. They can be written without any fractional or decimal components.
In mathematics, "evaluate" means to find the numerical value of an expression or equation. In the context of positive integers, it means to find the sum of three positive integers, represented by a, b, and c.
No, by definition, positive integers cannot be negative numbers. They must be greater than zero to be considered positive integers.
In order to evaluate a+b+c, you must have the specific values of a, b, and c. Without these values, the expression cannot be simplified or solved.
No, the sum of three positive integers will always be a positive number. This is because positive integers are, by definition, greater than zero.