Contradiction in an absolute value property?

In summary, a contradiction in an absolute value property occurs when the equation or inequality involving absolute value results in a false statement and does not have a solution. To identify a contradiction, one can simplify the equation or inequality and if the resulting statement is false, then it is a contradiction. Contradictions in absolute value properties cannot have solutions and indicate that the original equation or inequality is not possible. To avoid contradictions, it is important to carefully check all steps when simplifying and double check the final solution by plugging it back into the original equation or inequality.
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An absolute value property is
$$\lvert a \rvert \geq b \iff a\leq-b \quad \text{ or } \quad a\geq b,$$ for ##b>0##.

Is this true for the case ##a=0##?
I mean if ##a=0, \lvert a \rvert =0## so ##0 \geq b##. But ##b## is supposed to be ##b>0##, so we have a contradiction.

How can this property be true if ##a=0## is false?
 
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It's not the property you are 'testing', but the statement . The statement holds.
 
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For a=0, b>0, both sides of the equivalence are false. The equivalence itself is correct.
 

Related to Contradiction in an absolute value property?

1. What is a contradiction in an absolute value property?

A contradiction in an absolute value property occurs when the equation or inequality involving absolute value results in a false statement. This means that the equation or inequality does not have a solution.

2. How can I identify a contradiction in an absolute value property?

To identify a contradiction in an absolute value property, you can simplify the equation or inequality by removing the absolute value bars and solving for the variable. If the resulting statement is false, then the original equation or inequality is a contradiction.

3. Can a contradiction in an absolute value property have a solution?

No, a contradiction in an absolute value property does not have a solution. This means that there is no value for the variable that would make the equation or inequality true.

4. What does it mean if a contradiction in an absolute value property has no solution?

If a contradiction in an absolute value property has no solution, it means that the original equation or inequality is not possible. This could be due to an error in the equation or inequality or because the statement is logically impossible.

5. How can I avoid contradictions in absolute value properties?

To avoid contradictions in absolute value properties, be sure to carefully check all steps when simplifying equations or inequalities involving absolute value. It is also helpful to double check the final solution by plugging it back into the original equation or inequality to ensure that it is valid.

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