Even and Odd Functions Flashcard

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What is an even function?

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A function f(x) is called even if for every x in the domain, f(-x) = f(x).

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What is an odd function?

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A function f(x) is called odd if for every x in the domain, f(-x) = -f(x).

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Identify an example of an even function.

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f(x) = x^2 + 1 is an example of an even function.

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Identify an example of an odd function.

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f(x) = x^3 - x is an example of an odd function.

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What is the graphical representation of an even function?

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Even functions are symmetric about the y-axis.

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What is the graphical representation of an odd function?

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Odd functions are symmetric about the origin.

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If f(x) = x^2, what is f(-x)?

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f(-x) = (-x)^2 = x^2, confirming f(x) is even.

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If f(x) = x^3, what is f(-x)?

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f(-x) = (-x)^3 = -x^3, confirming f(x) is odd.

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What is the property of even functions regarding their derivatives?

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The derivative of an even function is an odd function.

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What is the property of odd functions regarding their derivatives?

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The derivative of an odd function is an even function.

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