241219 Evaluating Function Values Flashcard

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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 from a set of inputs.

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What does it mean to evaluate a function at a specific value?

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To evaluate a function at a specific value means to substitute that value into the function and calculate the output.

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What is the formula for a quadratic function?

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How do you find the output of a linear function?

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Substitute the input value into the function's equation and simplify to find the output.

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What is the significance of the slope in a linear function?

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The slope indicates the rate of change of the function; it shows how much the output changes for a unit change in the input.

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What is the y-intercept of a function?

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