Math Problem Statement

f(x) = 10 / sqrt(x^2 - 9)

Solution

The given function is:

f(x)=10x29f(x) = \frac{10}{\sqrt{x^2 - 9}}

Domain of the Function:

To determine the domain of the function, we must consider the conditions under which the square root and the denominator are defined.

  1. The expression under the square root, x29x^2 - 9, must be greater than 0 because the square root of a negative number is not real and division by 0 is undefined.

    x29>0x^2 - 9 > 0

    Solving this inequality:

    x2>9x^2 > 9

    Taking the square root of both sides:

    x>3orx>3orx<3|x| > 3 \quad \text{or} \quad x > 3 \quad \text{or} \quad x < -3

    Therefore, the domain of f(x)f(x) is:

    (,3)(3,)(-\infty, -3) \cup (3, \infty)

Would you like further details or clarifications? Here are 5 questions to expand on this:

  1. What happens to the function as xx approaches 3 from the right or left?
  2. How would the graph of this function look?
  3. How does the function behave for large values of xx?
  4. What is the range of the function?
  5. How would you find the derivative of this function?

Tip: Always remember that when dealing with square roots in a function's denominator, ensure the expression inside is positive to avoid undefined values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Square Roots
Inequalities
Domains

Formulas

f(x) = 10 / sqrt(x^2 - 9)
Inequality: x^2 > 9

Theorems

Domain of a Function
Square Root Function Properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12