Functions- Review

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What is a function?

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A function is a relation that assigns exactly one output for each input.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

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What is the notation for a function?

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Functions are often written as f(x), where 'f' is the function name and 'x' is the input.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.A.1

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What does f(2) = 8 mean?

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It means that when the input is 2, the output of the function f is 8.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

CCSS.HSF.IF.A.1

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What is the difference between a function and a relation?

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A function is a specific type of relation where each input has exactly one output.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

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What does it mean if a mapping is 'not a function'?

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It means that at least one input is associated with more than one output.

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CCSS.8.F.A.1

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How can you determine if a relation is a function using a graph?

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Use the vertical line test: if a vertical line crosses the graph more than once, it is not a function.

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What is the output of f(2) if f(x) = 4x - 2?

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The output is 6, since f(2) = 4(2) - 2 = 8 - 2 = 6.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.A.2

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What is the domain of a function?

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The domain is the set of all possible input values (x-values) for the function.

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What is the range of a function?

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The range is the set of all possible output values (y-values) for the function.

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If f(x) = x + 3, what is f(-1)?

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f(-1) = -1 + 3 = 2.

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