Math Problem Statement

What is the domain of the function y = √(x - 10)?

Solution

The function in question is:

y=x10y = \sqrt{x - 10}

To determine the domain of this function, we need to ensure that the expression under the square root, x10x - 10, is non-negative, since the square root of a negative number is not defined in the set of real numbers. Thus, we require:

x100x - 10 \geq 0

Solving for xx:

x10x \geq 10

So, the domain of the function is x10x \geq 10, which corresponds to option A.

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Here are 5 related questions you might explore:

  1. What is the range of the function y=x10y = \sqrt{x - 10}?
  2. How do we find the domain of more complex square root functions?
  3. What happens if the square root function is under a negative sign, such as y=x10y = -\sqrt{x - 10}?
  4. Can you generalize a rule for finding the domain of any square root function?
  5. How would the domain change if the function was y=x5y = \sqrt{x - 5}?

Tip: When dealing with square root functions, always ensure the expression inside the square root is non-negative to find the correct domain.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Functions
Square Root Functions

Formulas

y = √(x - 10)
x - 10 ≥ 0

Theorems

Non-negativity rule for square roots

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10