Math Problem Statement

Find the domain of the function f(x) = (x + 2) / (5 - x).

Solution

To find the domain of the function f(x)=x+25xf(x) = \frac{x + 2}{5 - x}, we need to determine where the function is defined.

For rational functions like this one, the function is undefined where the denominator is zero. So, we need to find where 5x=05 - x = 0.

  1. Set the denominator equal to zero: 5x=05 - x = 0

  2. Solve for xx: x=5x = 5

Thus, the function is undefined at x=5x = 5. Therefore, the domain of f(x)f(x) is all real numbers except x=5x = 5.

Final answer: The domain of the function is (,5)(5,)(-\infty, 5) \cup (5, \infty).

Would you like further details, or do you have any questions? Here are 5 related questions for practice:

  1. What is the domain of f(x)=1x3f(x) = \frac{1}{x-3}?
  2. How do you find the domain of f(x)=2x+1x24f(x) = \frac{2x + 1}{x^2 - 4}?
  3. What happens to a function if its denominator is zero at a certain point?
  4. Can you explain the concept of undefined points in rational functions?
  5. What would the domain be for f(x)=x+1x2+x6f(x) = \frac{x + 1}{x^2 + x - 6}?

Tip: Always check the denominator for zeros when finding the domain of a rational function!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Rational Functions
Domain of Functions

Formulas

f(x) = (x + 2) / (5 - x)
Denominator cannot be zero

Theorems

A function is undefined where its denominator equals zero

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11