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alg 2 composite functions test

11 questions

10th - 11th Grade

Mathematics

This free printable Algebra II worksheet is designed for students in Grades 10–11 who are learning to evaluate functions and composite functions. It contains 11 multiple-choice questions that ask students to substitute values into function rules, evaluate expressions such as f(0), f(2), and f(33), and calculate nested expressions including f(g(5)), f(g(3)), and (f∘g)(0). The set includes linear function rules and function evaluation with numerical inputs, giving students practice with both direct substitution and composition notation. Students must identify which function is evaluated first, substitute the resulting value into the second function, and carry out arithmetic accurately. The multiple-choice format also helps reveal whether an error comes from reversing the composition order, skipping a substitution step, or making an arithmetic mistake. This worksheet is suitable for independent practice, review, or a quick formative assessment. It is available as a free printable worksheet with a complete answer key for efficient checking.

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alg 2 composite functions test

Total questions: 11

Name
Class
Date
1.
Given f(x) = 3x + 10
and g(x) = x - 2
Find f(g(5))
a)

23

b)

19

c)
-10
d)

3

2.
f(x) = 3x + 10
g(x) = x - 2
Find (f∘g)(0)
a)
16
b)
4
c)
-4
d)
None of these.
3.

What is f(g(3))?

a)

1/8

b)

8

c)

1/4

d)

1/2

4.

If f(x) = 2x - 5 and g(x) = 7x2, what is f(g(2))?

a)

28

b)

51

c)

23

d)

7

5.
A function is: f(x)=7+3x
Find f(10)
a)
1
b)
37
c)
317
d)
20
6.

Given f(x)=3x−6f\left(x\right)=3x-6  and  g(x)=x2+4g\left(x\right)=x^2+4 , find  (g∘f)(−1)\left(g\circ f\right)\left(-1\right)  

a)

13

b)

85

c)

9

d)

65

7.

Given f(x) = x+3, find f(-2).

a)

-1

b)

1

c)

5

d)

-5

8.

If f(x)=3x+2f\left(x\right)=3x+2   and g(x)=2x2g\left(x\right)=2x^2  , find (g ∘ f)(−4)\left(g\ \circ\ f\right)\left(-4\right)  ?

a)

−320-320  

b)

9898  

c)

200200  

d)

392392  

9.

Find f(2).

a)

f(2) = 0

b)

f(2) = 1

c)

f(2) = 3

d)

f(2) = 4

10.
Evaluate f(33)
a)
33
b)
11
c)
10
d)

21

11.
What is the value of f(0)?
a)
-2
b)
2
c)
4
d)
0
Answer Key

alg 2 composite functions test

Total questions: 11

1.
b)

19

2.
b) 4
3.
a)

1/8

4.
b)

51

5.
b) 37
6.
b)

85

7.
b)

1

8.
c)

200200  

9.
b)

f(2) = 1

10.
b) 11
11.
c) 4

FAQs

What does this composite functions worksheet cover?

This Grade 10–11 Algebra II worksheet covers direct function evaluation and composite-function evaluation through 11 multiple-choice questions. Students substitute values into rules such as f(x) and g(x), then evaluate expressions including f(g(5)), f(g(3)), and (f∘g)(0), building accuracy with substitution and function composition order.

How can I use this worksheet to teach evaluating composite functions?

First model one item by evaluating the inner function, such as g(5), and then using that result as the input for f. Have students annotate each substitution step before completing the multiple-choice items, and ask them to explain why f(g(x)) requires g to be evaluated before f. Use the direct-evaluation questions, such as f(10) or f(-2), as a bridge before students work through the nested expressions.

What mistakes should I watch for on this composite functions worksheet?

Watch for students reversing the order in f(g(x)), substituting the original input directly into f, or dropping parentheses when replacing a function input. Students may also confuse direct evaluation, such as f(2), with composition, or make sign and arithmetic errors while simplifying the resulting value. Ask students to show the intermediate value of the inner function so you can identify which step caused the error.

How do I assign and grade this function evaluation worksheet?

This worksheet is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground, so you can assign the 11 multiple-choice questions in the format that fits your lesson. It includes a complete answer key for checking direct and composite-function evaluations. For printable submissions, you can scan student work with the Wayground for Teachers app to support efficient grading.

How can I differentiate this composite functions worksheet for my students?

Use the worksheet’s Advanced Settings to adjust font spacing or increase the font size, making the function rules and multiple-choice options easier to track during substitution. You can also select a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language when that will help students access the instructions and item text. These options preserve the worksheet’s direct-evaluation and composite-function format.

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