Identifying Functions

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What is a collection of ordered pairs called?

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Relation

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What is the solution to the equation 6(5g + 2) = 30g?

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No solution

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How does a vending machine function in mathematical terms?

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A system that delivers exactly one specific item for each selection made.

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Is the following diagram an example of a function? Yes, because every input is associated with exactly one output. True or False?

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True

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What is the term for the variable that changes in response to the amount of sunlight in an experiment?

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Dependent Variable

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What is a function?

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A relation where each input has exactly one output.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed or controlled to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that is measured or observed in an experiment.

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What does it mean for a relation to be a function?

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Each input must be associated with exactly one output.

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What is an example of a function?

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f(x) = 2x + 3, where for each x there is one corresponding f(x).