Math Problem Statement

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The function g is the inverse of f. What is g(2)?

Solution

The function gg is the inverse of the function ff. By definition, if gg is the inverse of ff, then:

g(f(x))=xandf(g(x))=xg(f(x)) = x \quad \text{and} \quad f(g(x)) = x

To find g(2)g(2), we need to identify the input xx such that f(x)=2f(x) = 2. From the table, we can see that when x=4x = 4, f(4)=2f(4) = 2.

Therefore:

g(2)=4g(2) = 4

The answer is g(2)=4g(2) = 4.

Would you like more details or have any other questions? Here are some related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the inverse function concept in mathematical terms?
  2. How would you find g(6)g(-6) using the same table?
  3. If gg is the inverse of ff, how would you describe the graph of gg compared to ff?
  4. What are the properties of invertible functions?
  5. How can we verify that a function is invertible?

Tip: Remember, the inverse of a function swaps the roles of xx and yy, meaning the inputs and outputs are reversed!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inverse functions
Function evaluation
Algebra

Formulas

g(f(x)) = x
f(g(x)) = x

Theorems

Inverse function theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12