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- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
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3. Functions
Function Composition
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Problem 73a
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Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 67-74, find a. (fog) (x) b. the domain of f o g. f(x) = x² + 4, g(x) = √(1 − x)
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Key Concepts
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Function Composition
Function composition involves combining two functions, where the output of one function becomes the input of another. In this case, (f o g)(x) means applying g first and then applying f to the result of g. Understanding how to correctly substitute and evaluate these functions is crucial for solving the problem.
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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 the composition of functions, the domain of f o g is determined by the domain of g and the values that g outputs that are also valid inputs for f. This requires analyzing both functions to ensure all inputs are permissible.
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Square Root Function
The square root function, denoted as g(x) = √(1 - x), is defined only for non-negative values under the square root. This means that the expression 1 - x must be greater than or equal to zero, which imposes restrictions on the domain of g. Understanding these restrictions is essential for determining the overall domain of the composite function f o g.
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