Math Problem Statement

Use the graphs of f and g to evaluate the composite function (f ∘ g)(-7).

Solution

To solve (fg)(7)(f \circ g)(-7), we need to evaluate the composite function step by step using the graphs of f(x)f(x) and g(x)g(x).

Step 1: Evaluate g(7)g(-7)

Using the graph of the red line (which represents g(x)g(x)), we need to find the value of g(7)g(-7). From the graph, when x=7x = -7, the value of g(x)g(x) is approximately 3 (because the red line passes through (7,3)(-7, 3)).

Step 2: Evaluate f(g(7))=f(3)f(g(-7)) = f(3)

Next, we use the graph of the blue line (which represents f(x)f(x)) to find the value of f(3)f(3). From the graph, when x=3x = 3, the value of f(x)f(x) is approximately 6 (since the blue line passes through (3,6)(3, 6)).

Conclusion:

Thus, (fg)(7)=f(g(7))=f(3)=6(f \circ g)(-7) = f(g(-7)) = f(3) = 6.

The answer is 66.


Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions to consider:

  1. What is the difference between a composite function and a regular function?
  2. Can a composite function have more than two functions?
  3. How do we know which graph represents f(x)f(x) and which represents g(x)g(x)?
  4. What are other methods to evaluate composite functions if graphs are not available?
  5. How can we interpret composite functions in real-world applications?

Tip: Always check the axis labels and values carefully on graphs to avoid misreading the function outputs.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Composite Functions
Function Evaluation
Graph Interpretation

Formulas

(f ∘ g)(x) = f(g(x))

Theorems

Function Composition

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10