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Inequality in a cyclic quadrilateral

Source: Baltic Way 2008, Problem 17

November 23, 2008
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Problem Statement

Assume that a a, b b, c c and d d are the sides of a quadrilateral inscribed in a given circle. Prove that the product (ab \plus{} cd)(ac \plus{} bd)(ad \plus{} bc) acquires its maximum when the quadrilateral is a square.