Math Problem Statement

Find (f + g)(x) if f(x) = √(x − 2) and g(x) = √x.

Solution

The problem requires finding (f+g)(x)(f + g)(x) where f(x)=x2f(x) = \sqrt{x - 2} and g(x)=xg(x) = \sqrt{x}. Here's the step-by-step solution:

  1. By the definition of addition of functions,
    (f+g)(x)=f(x)+g(x).(f + g)(x) = f(x) + g(x).

  2. Substituting the given expressions for f(x)f(x) and g(x)g(x): (f+g)(x)=x2+x.(f + g)(x) = \sqrt{x - 2} + \sqrt{x}.

  3. Thus, the final expression for (f+g)(x)(f + g)(x) is: (f+g)(x)=x2+x.(f + g)(x) = \sqrt{x - 2} + \sqrt{x}.

The correct answer is the fourth option:
(f+g)(x)=x2+x.(f + g)(x) = \sqrt{x - 2} + \sqrt{x}.

Let me know if you have further questions! Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do we subtract functions instead of adding them?
  2. What are the domain restrictions for the function f(x)=x2f(x) = \sqrt{x - 2}?
  3. Can x2+x\sqrt{x - 2} + \sqrt{x} be simplified further?
  4. What happens to f(x)+g(x)f(x) + g(x) if both functions include cube roots instead of square roots?
  5. How does the graph of f+gf + g compare to the graphs of ff and gg individually?

Tip: When adding functions involving square roots, always check the domains of the individual functions to ensure they overlap.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Addition of Functions
Square Roots

Formulas

(f + g)(x) = f(x) + g(x)

Theorems

Domain of Square Root Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 9-11