Representing Functions

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Identify the independent variable in the function: The number of hamburgers, h, sold and the dollar amount of sales, s taken in.

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h

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What is the definition of a function?

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Every input has ONLY ONE output.

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What does independent mean in the context of functions?

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An amount that can stand on its own.

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What are all of the y values or outputs called?

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Range.

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Identify the independent variable in the function: The amount of money, m, earned if t raffle tickets are sold.

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t

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What is the dependent variable in the function: The number of hours worked, h, and the total pay, p?

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p

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What is the definition of the domain in a function?

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The set of all possible input values (x-values).

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What is the definition of the range in a function?

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The set of all possible output values (y-values).

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What is a linear function?

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A function that graphs to a straight line.

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What is the slope of a line?

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The rate of change of y with respect to x.