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In this paper, a new and insightful proof of the well-known inequality sin x ≤ x , for x ≥ 0 , is presented using some concepts and tools from differential geometry. Unlike standard analytical or calculus-based proofs, this approach draws on geometric intuition and properties of smooth curves, offering a fresh perspective on a classical result. This approach not only provides a rigorous proof, but also enriches the understanding of the inequality by framing it within a broader geometric context, which is accessible to students with a basic knowledge of calculus.
Authors
- Enes Kačapor (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6658-051X)
Institutions
- State University of Novi Pazar (RS)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Examples and Counterexamples
- Published
- 2026-03-13
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.exco.2026.100219
- Primary Topic
- Mathematics and Applications
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00