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Determine the positive values of $a,\,b,\,c$ and $d$ such that $\log_{d+3} (a + 3)>\log_{c+2} (d + 2)>\log_{b+1} (c + 1) >\log_a (b)$.
Positive values for a, b, c, and d in log inequalities indicate that the inequality is true for all values of the variables. This means that the inequality holds for all positive numbers, since logarithms are only defined for positive numbers. It also means that the graph of the inequality will always be above the x-axis, as log functions are always positive for positive inputs.
No, negative values for a, b, c, and d in log inequalities cannot be ignored. These values can significantly impact the behavior of the inequality and must be taken into consideration when solving or graphing the inequality. For example, a negative value for a would result in a reflection of the graph over the x-axis.
The range of values for a, b, c, and d in a log inequality can be determined by considering the behavior of the inequality for different values of the variables. For example, if the inequality involves a log function with a base greater than 1, the range of values for a would be all positive real numbers. Similarly, if the inequality involves a log function with a base between 0 and 1, the range of values for a would be all negative real numbers.
The value of a in log inequalities determines the vertical stretch or compression of the graph. A larger value of a would result in a steeper graph, while a smaller value of a would result in a flatter graph. Additionally, a negative value for a would result in a reflection of the graph over the x-axis.
Yes, there are some restrictions on the values of b, c, and d in log inequalities. The base of the logarithm (b) must be a positive real number, and the input of the log function (c) must be a positive real number. Additionally, d must be a real number, but it does not have any restrictions on its sign.