Math Problem Statement

Use the graphs of f and g to evaluate the composite function f(g(6)).

Solution

To solve the composite function f(g(6))f(g(6)) using the graphs provided:

  1. Find g(6)g(6):

    • Look at the graph of g(x)g(x) (the red line) and locate where x=6x = 6.
    • From the graph, it appears that g(6)=4g(6) = -4, as the red graph intersects the point (6,4)(6, -4).
  2. Find f(g(6))=f(4)f(g(6)) = f(-4):

    • Now, using g(6)=4g(6) = -4, we need to find f(4)f(-4).
    • Look at the graph of f(x)f(x) (the blue line) and locate where x=4x = -4.
    • From the graph, it seems that f(4)=6f(-4) = 6, as the blue graph intersects the point (4,6)(-4, 6).

Thus, f(g(6))=f(4)=6f(g(6)) = f(-4) = 6.

Would you like a more detailed explanation of any step?

Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the significance of composite functions in real-life applications?
  2. How would you evaluate g(f(x))g(f(x)) using the same graphs?
  3. What happens if you input a value that is not on the graph?
  4. Can composite functions be represented algebraically? How?
  5. What properties of functions are important to understand when working with their graphs?

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Composite functions
Graph interpretation

Formulas

f(g(x))

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12