Math Problem Statement

Find the indicated functional value for the floor function: f(1.5)

Solution

To find the indicated functional value for the floor function f(x)f(x) at x=1.5x = 1.5, we use the definition of the floor function. The floor function, denoted as x\lfloor x \rfloor, returns the greatest integer less than or equal to xx.

Given x=1.5x = 1.5:

1.5\lfloor 1.5 \rfloor

The greatest integer less than or equal to 1.51.5 is 11.

Thus,

1.5=1\lfloor 1.5 \rfloor = 1

So, the functional value f(1.5)=1f(1.5) = 1.

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Tip: The floor function is often used in mathematical problems involving division where you need the quotient as an integer, discarding any remainder.