Proving C is a Subset of D: Problem Statement & Attempt at Solution

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In summary, the conversation was about proving that set C is a subset of set D, with the given problem statement and attempt at solution provided. The expert summarizer points out that the proof is correct but could have been simplified by rearranging the inequality. The person also mentions being a beginner and appreciates the response.
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1. The problem statement.
consider the following sets;
  1. C = {(x, y) ∈ R^2 : y ≥ (x + 2)^2},

    D = {(x, y) ∈ R^2 : y ≥ 4x + 4}.
show that C is a subset of D.

3. Attempt at solution.

Let (x,y) be an arbitrary element of C, then

y ≥ x^2 + 4x + 4.

Rearranging the inequality gives

y - 4 ≥ x^2 + 4x.

Now since x^2 ≥ 0 for all x in R. This implies that

y -4 ≥ 4x. Hence y ≥ 4x+4. As required.

Now my gut instinct is that i am totally wrong with this. I am just starting my degree and usually find these questions quite easy.
I have tried various other manipulations but to no avail :(. If i must be honest i have "forced it".

Note;
I do know this is a simple question and i only just started my degree.
 
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Your proof is fine, although you didn't need to subtract 4 and add it back. You could have just written$$
y\ge (x+2)^2 = x^2 + 4x + 4 \ge 4x + 4$$
 
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Thank you so much for the swift reply, PF never fails.
 

Related to Proving C is a Subset of D: Problem Statement & Attempt at Solution

1. What is the definition of a subset?

A subset is a set that contains all the elements of another set. In other words, every element in the subset is also an element of the larger set.

2. How do you prove that one set is a subset of another set?

To prove that one set is a subset of another set, you need to show that every element in the first set is also an element of the second set. This can be done by comparing the elements of the two sets and showing that they are the same or that every element in the first set is also present in the second set.

3. What is the notation used to represent a subset?

The notation used to represent a subset is the subset symbol (⊆). This is placed between the two sets, with the larger set on the top and the smaller set on the bottom.

4. What is the difference between a proper subset and an improper subset?

A proper subset is a subset that contains only some of the elements of the larger set, while an improper subset is a subset that contains all the elements of the larger set. In other words, a proper subset is a strict subset, while an improper subset is not.

5. Can a set be a subset of itself?

Yes, a set can be a subset of itself. This is known as the reflexive property of subsets. In this case, the subset is considered to be equal to the larger set.

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