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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 Composition
3:02 minutes
Problem 23a
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionFor the pair of functions defined, find (f/g)(x).Give the domain of each. See Example 2. ƒ(x)=√(4x-1), g(x)=1/x
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Function Division
Function division involves creating a new function by dividing one function by another. In this case, (f/g)(x) is defined as f(x) divided by g(x), which requires both functions to be defined at the same x-value. Understanding how to perform this operation is crucial for finding the resulting function.
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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 functions given, the domain must consider restrictions such as square roots (which require non-negative inputs) and denominators (which cannot be zero). Identifying the domain is essential for ensuring the function behaves correctly.
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Square Root Function
A square root function, like f(x) = √(4x - 1), is defined only for values of x that make the expression under the square root non-negative. This means that 4x - 1 must be greater than or equal to zero, leading to a specific range of x-values. Understanding this concept is vital for determining the domain of f(x).
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