Math Problem Statement

Find the domain of the following function using interval notation: f (x) = 3Vx — 2

Solution

To find the domain of the function f(x)=3x2f(x) = 3\sqrt{x - 2}, we need to determine the set of values for xx that make the function defined.

The square root function x2\sqrt{x - 2} is defined only when the expression inside the square root is non-negative. This means:

x20x - 2 \geq 0

Solving this inequality:

x2x \geq 2

So, the domain of the function is all xx values greater than or equal to 2.

Domain in Interval Notation

The domain in interval notation is:

[2,)[2, \infty)

Conclusion

The domain of the function f(x)=3x2f(x) = 3\sqrt{x - 2} is [2,)[2, \infty).

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. How do you find the domain of a function with both a square root and a rational expression?
  2. What happens to the domain if the function is f(x)=3x24f(x) = 3\sqrt{x^2 - 4}?
  3. How is the range of a function determined, and what is the range of f(x)=3x2f(x) = 3\sqrt{x - 2}?
  4. How do you handle the domain of a logarithmic function like f(x)=log(x2)f(x) = \log(x - 2)?
  5. How does the domain change if the function is f(x)=x24f(x) = \sqrt{x^2 - 4}?

Tip: When finding domains, always consider restrictions like square roots (which require non-negative expressions) and denominators (which must not be zero).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Square Roots
Functions
Inequalities

Formulas

x - 2 ≥ 0
√x - 2

Theorems

Domain of square root function

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10