Math Problem Statement

What is the inverse of the function f(x) = sqrt(5x) + 3?

Solution

To find the inverse of the function f(x)=5x+3f(x) = \sqrt{5x} + 3, we need to follow these steps:

  1. Replace f(x)f(x) with yy: y=5x+3y = \sqrt{5x} + 3

  2. Swap xx and yy to find the inverse: x=5y+3x = \sqrt{5y} + 3

  3. Isolate the square root term: x3=5yx - 3 = \sqrt{5y}

  4. Square both sides to remove the square root: (x3)2=5y(x - 3)^2 = 5y

  5. Solve for yy: y=(x3)25y = \frac{(x - 3)^2}{5}

So, the inverse function is: f1(x)=(x3)25f^{-1}(x) = \frac{(x - 3)^2}{5}

Comparing this with the options given, the correct answer is: f1(x)=(x3)25\boxed{f^{-1}(x) = \frac{(x - 3)^2}{5}}

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Related Questions:

  1. How do you verify if a function and its inverse are correct?
  2. What is the general method to find the inverse of a function?
  3. How do domain restrictions affect the inverse of a function?
  4. What are some real-world applications of inverse functions?
  5. How does squaring both sides affect the domain and range of the function?

Tip: Always check if the inverse function satisfies the original function by substituting it back into the initial function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Functions
Inverse Functions

Formulas

Inverse function formula
(x - 3)^2 / 5

Theorems

Inverse Function Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12