Math Problem Statement

Determine the values of x that are in the domain of the function f(x) = √(3x - 9). Graph the solution.

Solution

The question asks to determine the domain of the function f(x)=3x9f(x) = \sqrt{3x - 9}. To find the domain, we must ensure that the expression under the square root is non-negative, as the square root function is only defined for non-negative numbers (i.e., the radicand must be greater than or equal to zero).

So, we set up the inequality:

3x903x - 9 \geq 0

Now, solve for xx:

3x93x \geq 9

x93=3x \geq \frac{9}{3} = 3

Therefore, the domain of the function is:

x3x \geq 3

The domain in interval notation is:

[3,)[3, \infty)

Would you like more details or have any further questions on this?

Here are five related questions for further exploration:

  1. How would the domain change if the function were f(x)=5x2f(x) = \sqrt{5x - 2}?
  2. What is the range of f(x)=3x9f(x) = \sqrt{3x - 9}?
  3. How would you graph f(x)=3x9f(x) = \sqrt{3x - 9}?
  4. What happens to the domain if a negative square root is involved, e.g., f(x)=3x9f(x) = -\sqrt{3x - 9}?
  5. How do you determine the domain of a rational function involving a square root?

Tip: For any function involving a square root, always check that the expression inside the root is non-negative to find the domain.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Square Root Functions
Domain of Functions

Formulas

√(expression) ≥ 0

Theorems

The square root function is only defined for non-negative values.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11