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1970 Canadian MO Problems/Problem 2

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Problem

Given a triangle $ABC$ with angle $A$ obtuse and with altitudes of length $h$ and $k$ as shown in the diagram, prove that $a+h\ge b+k$. Find under what conditions $a+h=b+k$.


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