Math Problem Statement

domain of 5/(2x+5)

Solution

To find the domain of the function f(x)=52x+5f(x) = \frac{5}{2x + 5}, we need to determine the values of xx for which the function is defined.

Since the function involves a fraction, it is undefined when the denominator is equal to zero. So, we need to solve for xx when the denominator equals zero:

2x+5=02x + 5 = 0

Solve for xx:

2x=52x = -5 x=52x = -\frac{5}{2}

Thus, the function is undefined at x=52x = -\frac{5}{2}. Therefore, the domain of the function is all real numbers except x=52x = -\frac{5}{2}.

In interval notation, the domain is: (,52)(52,)(-\infty, -\frac{5}{2}) \cup (-\frac{5}{2}, \infty)

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Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the range of the function f(x)=52x+5f(x) = \frac{5}{2x + 5}?
  2. How do you find the asymptotes of a rational function like f(x)=52x+5f(x) = \frac{5}{2x + 5}?
  3. What happens to the value of f(x)f(x) as xx \to \infty or xx \to -\infty?
  4. Can you determine the inverse of the function f(x)=52x+5f(x) = \frac{5}{2x + 5}?
  5. How does the graph of f(x)=52x+5f(x) = \frac{5}{2x + 5} behave near the point x=52x = -\frac{5}{2}?

Tip: When finding the domain of a rational function, always check for values that make the denominator zero!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Rational Functions
Domain of a Function

Formulas

Denominator must not equal zero: 2x + 5 ≠ 0

Theorems

Rational function domain rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10