The Solution Sets of ⌈x⌉² − 𝑐 = 0, ⌈x²⌉ − 𝑐 = 0 and x⌈x⌉− 𝑐 = 0 where 𝑐 is a Real Number

Authors

  • Sirirat Singhun Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok, Thailand
  • Chatchapong Singhun The demonstration School of Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok, Thailand
  • Somsak Aranya The demonstration School of Ramkhamhaeng University, Bangkok, Thailand

Keywords:

ceiling function, solution set, quadratic equation

Abstract

The ceiling function of a real number equation , denoted by  equation , is the least integer greater than or equal to . In this article, the solution sets of   equation and  equation , where equation is a real number are shown.

 

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2025-12-31

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