Evaluating Functions

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What is a function in mathematics?

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A function is a relation that assigns exactly one output for each input from a set of inputs.

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What does it mean to evaluate a function?

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To evaluate a function means to find the output value when a specific input value is substituted into the function.

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If f(x) = 2x + 3, what is f(2)?

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f(2) = 2(2) + 3 = 7.

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What is the domain of a function?

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

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What is the range of a function?

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The range of a function is the set of all possible output values (y-values) that the function can produce.

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How do you find the value of x when f(x) = k?

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To find the value of x when f(x) = k, set the function equal to k and solve for x.

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What is a linear function?

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A linear function is a function that can be graphically represented as a straight line, typically in the form f(x) = mx + b.

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What is the slope of a linear function?

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The slope of a linear function represents the rate of change of the function and is calculated as the change in y divided by the change in x.

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What does it mean for a function to be increasing?

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A function is increasing if, as the input values increase, the output values also increase.

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What does it mean for a function to be decreasing?

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A function is decreasing if, as the input values increase, the output values decrease.