Find Two Positive Numbers Whose Sum Is $62$ And the Sum of Whose Squares Is a Minimum

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Essay

Find two positive numbers whose sum is $62$ and the sum of whose squares is a minimum.

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Definitions:

Reciprocal Determinism

The hypothesis suggesting that an individual's actions are a result of, and also impact, their personal characteristics and surroundings.

Unconditioned Reinforcement

A stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without the need for prior learning.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an individual expresses feelings or behaviors that are the opposite of their actual or unconscious desires.

Overcompensation

A defense mechanism in which individuals offset perceived weaknesses by emphasizing strengths in other areas, often leading to exaggeration or behavior that is overly aggressive or dominant.