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- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
3. Functions
Function Operations
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Problem 33c
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 31–50, find f−g and determine the domain for each function. f(x) = x -5, g(x) = 3x²
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Function Subtraction
Function subtraction involves taking two functions, f(x) and g(x), and creating a new function, f-g, defined as (f-g)(x) = f(x) - g(x). In this case, you will subtract the output of g(x) from the output of f(x) for each x in the domain of both functions.
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Domain of a Function
The domain of a function is the set of all possible input values (x-values) for which the function is defined. For polynomial functions like f(x) = x - 5 and g(x) = 3x², the domain is typically all real numbers unless specified otherwise by restrictions such as square roots or denominators.
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Combining Functions
When combining functions, such as through addition, subtraction, or multiplication, it is essential to consider the domains of the individual functions. The domain of the resulting function (f-g) will be the intersection of the domains of f and g, ensuring that the operation is valid for all x in that domain.
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