Math Problem Statement
Determine whether the relation {(3,1), (3,2), (7,1), (7,2)} is a function. Give the domain and range.
Solution
The given relation is:
Determine if it's a function:
A relation is a function if every input (first component of the ordered pair) maps to exactly one output (second component).
In this case:
- For , there are two outputs: and .
- For , there are also two outputs: and .
Since an input maps to more than one output, this is not a function.
Domain:
The domain consists of the set of all inputs (first components) from the relation:
Range:
The range consists of the set of all outputs (second components) from the relation:
Final Answer:
- Is this a function? No.
- Domain: {3, 7}.
- Range: {1, 2}.
Would you like further details or have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions for practice:
- What defines a function in terms of relations?
- Can a function have repeating outputs for different inputs?
- What happens if every input has exactly one output, but multiple inputs share the same output?
- How do we represent the domain and range of a function graphically?
- If a relation only has distinct inputs with no repeated outputs, can it still fail to be a function?
Tip: In ordered pairs, focus on the first component to determine if it's a function. Each unique input must pair with exactly one output.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Relations
Functions
Domain
Range
Formulas
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Theorems
Definition of a function
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12