Math Problem Statement
Which set of ordered pairs represents a function?
Solution
To determine which set of ordered pairs represents a function, we need to check the tables and ensure that no -value is repeated with a different -value. A function assigns exactly one output (or -value) to each input (or -value).
Let's review the tables:
- First table: (0, 3) \\ (1, 3) \\ (2, 3) \\ (3, 3) \end{aligned}$$ All $$x$$-values are unique, so this table represents a function.
- Second table: (1, 2) \\ (2, 3) \\ (3, 4) \\ (4, 5) \end{aligned}$$ Again, all $$x$$-values are unique, so this also represents a function.
- Third table: (1, 2) \\ (1, 3) \\ (2, 7) \\ (3, 9) \end{aligned}$$ Here, the $$x$$-value 1 is repeated with different $$y$$-values (2 and 3), so this does **not** represent a function.
- Fourth table: (-3, 5) \\ (-3, 5) \\ (0, 5) \\ (3, 5) \end{aligned}$$ All $$x$$-values are unique (even though the $$y$$-values are the same), so this represents a function.
Conclusion:
The first, second, and fourth tables represent functions. The third table does not represent a function because the -value 1 is repeated with two different -values.
Would you like further details on how to identify functions? Here are some related questions you can consider:
- What are the key characteristics of a function?
- Can a function have repeated -values?
- What is the difference between a relation and a function?
- How would you graphically represent a function from ordered pairs?
- How can the vertical line test be used to determine if a graph represents a function?
Tip: Always check that each -value corresponds to only one -value when determining if a relation is a function.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Functions
Ordered Pairs
Relations
Formulas
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Theorems
Definition of a Function
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9