Math Problem Statement

f(x)=4x−1, find f, of, 4f(4)

Solution

To solve for f(4f(4))f(4f(4)) given the function f(x)=4x1f(x) = 4x - 1, follow these steps:

Step 1: Find f(4)f(4)

Substitute x=4x = 4 into the function: f(4)=4(4)1=161=15f(4) = 4(4) - 1 = 16 - 1 = 15

Step 2: Find f(4f(4))f(4f(4))

Now, substitute f(4)=15f(4) = 15 into the function f(x)f(x): f(4f(4))=f(4×15)=f(60)f(4f(4)) = f(4 \times 15) = f(60)

Step 3: Find f(60)f(60)

Substitute x=60x = 60 into the function: f(60)=4(60)1=2401=239f(60) = 4(60) - 1 = 240 - 1 = 239

Thus, f(4f(4))=239f(4f(4)) = 239.

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are five related questions to consider:

  1. What is the general method for evaluating composite functions?
  2. How do you determine the inverse of the function f(x)=4x1f(x) = 4x - 1?
  3. What happens to the function if the coefficient of xx changes?
  4. How does the slope of a linear function affect its graph?
  5. How can you solve f(x)=0f(x) = 0 for this function?

Tip: Always perform operations step by step, especially with composite functions, to avoid mistakes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Composite Functions
Linear Equations

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9