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, known as the domain.

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How do you evaluate a function for a specific value?

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To evaluate a function for a specific value, substitute the value into the function's equation and simplify to find the output.

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What does it mean to evaluate f(-2) if f(x) = x + 3?

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It means to substitute -2 into the function f(x) = x + 3, resulting in f(-2) = -2 + 3 = 1.

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How do you evaluate y = x + 5 when x = 3?

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Substitute 3 for x in the equation y = x + 5, resulting in y = 3 + 5 = 8.

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What is the output of the function f(x) = 2x + 1 when x = 4?

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The output is f(4) = 2(4) + 1 = 8 + 1 = 9.

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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 is associated with exactly one output, while a relation can have multiple outputs for a single input.

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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 a function at a given point?

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To find the value of a function at a given point, substitute the x-value of that point into the function's equation.

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What is the significance of evaluating functions in real-world applications?

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Evaluating functions allows us to model and solve real-world problems by determining outputs based on given inputs.