Math Problem Statement

Given the definitions of f(x) = 2x - 6 and g(x) = x^2 + 6x - 5, find the value of f(g(-5)).

Solution

The problem asks you to find f(g(5))f(g(-5)), given the following functions:

f(x)=2x6f(x) = 2x - 6 g(x)=x2+6x5g(x) = x^2 + 6x - 5

To solve this, follow these steps:

  1. Evaluate g(5)g(-5): g(x)=x2+6x5g(x) = x^2 + 6x - 5 Substitute x=5x = -5 into the equation: g(5)=(5)2+6(5)5=25305=10g(-5) = (-5)^2 + 6(-5) - 5 = 25 - 30 - 5 = -10

  2. Now find f(g(5))=f(10)f(g(-5)) = f(-10): f(x)=2x6f(x) = 2x - 6 Substitute x=10x = -10 into the equation: f(10)=2(10)6=206=26f(-10) = 2(-10) - 6 = -20 - 6 = -26

Thus, the value of f(g(5))f(g(-5)) is 26\boxed{-26}.

Would you like more details on any step, or do you have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might explore:

  1. What happens if you change the input of g(x)g(x) to a different number, say g(2)g(2)?
  2. How do you find the inverse of a function like f(x)=2x6f(x) = 2x - 6?
  3. Can you compose two functions in reverse order, like finding g(f(x))g(f(x))?
  4. What is the general process for solving composite functions for any input xx?
  5. How do you interpret composite functions graphically?

Tip: When evaluating composite functions, always start by solving the innermost function first, then substitute that result into the outer function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Composite Functions
Algebra
Function Evaluation

Formulas

f(x) = 2x - 6
g(x) = x^2 + 6x - 5

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10