Math Problem Statement

Find the inverse function of f(x) = 4 + ³√x.

Solution

We are given the function f(x)=4+x3f(x) = 4 + \sqrt[3]{x}, and we need to find its inverse, f1(x)f^{-1}(x).

Steps to find the inverse function:

  1. Start by replacing f(x)f(x) with yy for simplicity: y=4+x3y = 4 + \sqrt[3]{x}

  2. Switch xx and yy to begin solving for yy (this is the inverse step): x=4+y3x = 4 + \sqrt[3]{y}

  3. Isolate the cube root term by subtracting 4 from both sides: x4=y3x - 4 = \sqrt[3]{y}

  4. Cube both sides to eliminate the cube root: (x4)3=y(x - 4)^3 = y

  5. Thus, the inverse function is: f1(x)=(x4)3f^{-1}(x) = (x - 4)^3

The inverse of f(x)=4+x3f(x) = 4 + \sqrt[3]{x} is f1(x)=(x4)3f^{-1}(x) = (x - 4)^3.

Would you like further details or have any questions about this solution?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you verify if two functions are inverses of each other?
  2. Can every function have an inverse?
  3. What is the domain and range of the inverse function f1(x)f^{-1}(x)?
  4. How does the transformation of shifting and cubing affect the graph of a function?
  5. What role does the cube root play in finding the inverse?

Tip: When finding an inverse function, always switch xx and yy, then solve for yy, which gives the inverse.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inverse Functions
Cube Roots

Formulas

f(x) = 4 + ³√x
f⁻¹(x) = (x - 4)³

Theorems

Inverse Function Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12