Math Problem Statement

. Determine whether each set of ordered pairs defines a function. Why or why not? State the domain and range. a) {(-2,0),(0,2),(1,7),(3,6),(1,5)}

Solution

To determine whether a set of ordered pairs defines a function, we need to check if each input (x-value) corresponds to exactly one output (y-value). A function cannot have the same x-value paired with different y-values.

Given the set of ordered pairs: {(2,0),(0,2),(1,7),(3,6),(1,5)}\{(-2,0),(0,2),(1,7),(3,6),(1,5)\}:

  1. Check for duplicate x-values with different y-values.
  2. Identify the domain (the set of all x-values).
  3. Identify the range (the set of all y-values).

Checking if the set is a function:

  • The pair (1,7)(1,7) has x=1x = 1.
  • The pair (1,5)(1,5) also has x=1x = 1.

Since the x-value 11 corresponds to two different y-values (7 and 5), this set does not define a function.

Domain:

The domain is the set of all x-values: {2,0,1,3}\{-2, 0, 1, 3\}

Range:

The range is the set of all y-values: {0,2,7,6,5}\{0, 2, 7, 6, 5\}

Summary:

  • This set does not define a function because the x-value 11 is paired with two different y-values (7 and 5).
  • Domain: {2,0,1,3}\{-2, 0, 1, 3\}
  • Range: {0,2,7,6,5}\{0, 2, 7, 6, 5\}

Do you want details or have any questions?

Here are 5 numbered questions for you to ask:

  1. Can you explain more about functions and their properties?
  2. How do you determine the domain and range of a function?
  3. What are some examples of sets that do define functions?
  4. How do you graph a set of ordered pairs to visualize a function?
  5. Can you explain the vertical line test for functions?

Tip: When identifying whether a set of ordered pairs defines a function, always check for unique x-values first. If any x-value repeats with different y-values, it is not a function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Domain and Range

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12