Math Problem Statement
Find the inverse of this function
Find the inverse of the function g(x) = (-4 + ∛(4x)) / 2.
Solution
To find the inverse of the given function:
we follow these steps:
Step 1: Replace with .
Step 2: Swap and to find the inverse.
Step 3: Solve for .
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Multiply both sides by 2 to get rid of the denominator:
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Add 4 to both sides:
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Cube both sides to eliminate the cube root:
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Divide both sides by 4:
Step 4: Write the inverse function.
The inverse of is:
Would you like any further details on these steps or have any questions?
Here are some related questions to expand on this topic:
- What is the significance of finding the inverse of a function in real-world applications?
- How do you verify if two functions are truly inverses of each other?
- Can all functions have inverses? If not, under what conditions do functions lack inverses?
- How do transformations (like translations or dilations) affect the inverse of a function?
- What are the graphical interpretations of a function and its inverse?
Tip: Always check if the original function is one-to-one before finding its inverse, as only one-to-one functions have valid inverses.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Inverse Functions
Algebra
Cubic Roots
Formulas
(a + b)^3 = a^3 + 3a^2b + 3ab^2 + b^3
g^{-1}(x) = (2x + 4)^3 / 4
Theorems
Inverse Function Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12