Problem

Source: Turkey TST 1990 - P2

Tags: algebra, polynomial, calculus, derivative, inequalities proposed, inequalities



For real numbers $x_i$, the statement \[ x_1 + x_2 + x_3 = 0 \Rightarrow x_1x_2 + x_2x_3 + x_3x_1 \leq 0\] is always true. (Prove!) For which $n\geq 4$ integers, the statement \[x_1 + x_2 + \dots + x_n = 0 \Rightarrow x_1x_2 + x_2x_3 + \dots + x_{n-1}x_n + x_nx_1 \leq 0\] is always true. Justify your answer.