Math Problem Statement

The function h(x) = 1 / (x + 7) can be expressed in the form f(g(x)), where g(x) = (x + 7), and f(x) is defined as f(x) = ?

Solution

The given problem asks to express the function h(x)=1x+7h(x) = \frac{1}{x + 7} in the form f(g(x))f(g(x)), where g(x)=x+7g(x) = x + 7 and we need to find the function f(x)f(x).

We know that:

  • h(x)=1x+7h(x) = \frac{1}{x + 7}
  • g(x)=x+7g(x) = x + 7

To express this as f(g(x))f(g(x)), substitute g(x)=x+7g(x) = x + 7 into h(x)h(x):

h(x)=1g(x)h(x) = \frac{1}{g(x)}

Thus, the function f(x)f(x) should be:

f(x)=1xf(x) = \frac{1}{x}

So, the answer is: f(x)=1xf(x) = \frac{1}{x}

Would you like further details or clarification?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How would you solve this if g(x)g(x) was a different function?
  2. How does the composition of functions work in general?
  3. What happens if you reverse the functions, i.e., g(f(x))g(f(x))?
  4. How can you check your answer in this problem?
  5. Can you provide another example of a function composition?

Tip: When dealing with compositions, always substitute one function into the other and simplify!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Composition
Algebra

Formulas

h(x) = 1 / (x + 7)
g(x) = x + 7
f(x) = 1 / x

Theorems

Function Composition Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 10-12