How can I prove the following inequality for $0
log2(1+x)≥x
I tried to use ln(1+x)≥x−x22 for x≥0 and convert the ln to log2 to prove that, but it does not work. Any idea?
Is there a generalized form?
I need an analytical proof, not sketch , or looking at graph. Thanks.
Answer
The logarithm function is concave.
Thus, it lies above any secant line.
In particular, on [0,1], the function x is a secant line for log2(1+x).
Hence, log2(1+x)≥x on [0,1].
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