Table of contents
- 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
2:15 minutes
Problem 54
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionFor each function, find (a)ƒ(x+h), (b)ƒ(x+h)-ƒ(x), and (c)[ƒ(x+h)-ƒ(x)]/h.See Example 4. ƒ(x)=1+2x^2
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Function Evaluation
Function evaluation involves substituting a specific value into a function to determine its output. In this case, evaluating ƒ(x+h) means replacing 'x' in the function ƒ(x) with 'x+h'. This is a fundamental concept in algebra that allows us to analyze how functions behave as their inputs change.
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Difference Quotient
The difference quotient is a formula used to find the average rate of change of a function over an interval. It is expressed as [ƒ(x+h) - ƒ(x)]/h, where 'h' represents a small change in 'x'. This concept is crucial for understanding derivatives in calculus, as it approximates the slope of the tangent line to the function at a point.
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Quadratic Functions
Quadratic functions are polynomial functions of degree two, typically expressed in the form ƒ(x) = ax^2 + bx + c. In this question, the function ƒ(x) = 1 + 2x^2 is a quadratic function where 'a' is 2, 'b' is 0, and 'c' is 1. Understanding the properties of quadratic functions, such as their shape (parabola) and vertex, is essential for analyzing their behavior.
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