Math Problem Statement

For the function f(x) = x^(1/3) / 5, find f^(-1)(x).

Solution

To solve for f1(x)f^{-1}(x), we need to find the inverse of the given function f(x)=x1/35f(x) = \frac{x^{1/3}}{5}.

Step-by-Step Process:

  1. Start with the function: y=x1/35y = \frac{x^{1/3}}{5}

  2. Swap xx and yy to find the inverse: x=y1/35x = \frac{y^{1/3}}{5}

  3. Isolate yy: Multiply both sides by 5: 5x=y1/35x = y^{1/3}

    Raise both sides to the power of 3 to eliminate the cube root: y=(5x)3y = (5x)^3

  4. The inverse function is: f1(x)=(5x)3f^{-1}(x) = (5x)^3

Final Answer:

The correct option is: f1(x)=(5x)3f^{-1}(x) = (5x)^3

Would you like a detailed explanation of why this process works or have any questions about function inverses?

Related Questions:

  1. What is the general procedure for finding the inverse of a function?
  2. How do you determine if a function is invertible?
  3. What does f(f1(x))=xf(f^{-1}(x)) = x mean, and why does it hold?
  4. Can all functions have inverses? Why or why not?
  5. How would the process differ if the function involved a square root instead of a cube root?

Tip:

Always verify an inverse function by substituting it into the original function to ensure f(f1(x))=xf(f^{-1}(x)) = x and f1(f(x))=xf^{-1}(f(x)) = x.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inverse Functions
Exponents and Roots

Formulas

To find the inverse of a function, swap x and y, then solve for y.

Theorems

Inverse Property: f(f^(-1)(x)) = x and f^(-1)(f(x)) = x.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12