konvexných

Konvexných is a Slovak term that translates to "convex" in English. In mathematics, convexity is a fundamental property that describes the shape of a set or a function. A set is considered convex if, for any two points within the set, the line segment connecting those two points lies entirely within the set. This means there are no "dents" or "indentations" in the shape.

Convex functions have a similar characteristic. For a convex function, the line segment connecting any two points on the graph of the function lies above or on the graph itself. This property is crucial in optimization problems, as convex functions have a unique global minimum, making them easier to find and analyze compared to non-convex functions which can have multiple local minima.

The concept of convexity extends beyond simple geometric shapes and functions. It is applied in various fields, including economics, engineering, and computer science. For example, in economics, convex preference relations imply that consumers prefer a mix of goods over extreme amounts of a single good. In optimization, algorithms like gradient descent are guaranteed to find the global minimum for convex functions. The term "konvexných" therefore encapsulates this important mathematical and practical concept in the Slovak language.