Math Problem Statement

A function f(x)f(x) includes the points (2, 3)(2, 3), (−5, 1)(−5, 1), and (10, −3)(10, −3) in its graph. Based on this, which of the following points must be included in the graph of f−1(x)f−1(x)?

Solution

To determine which points must be included in the graph of f1(x)f^{-1}(x) (the inverse of the function f(x)f(x)), we use the fact that the inverse function swaps the xx- and yy-coordinates of each point on the graph of f(x)f(x).

Given the points on f(x)f(x):

  • (2,3)(2, 3)
  • (5,1)(-5, 1)
  • (10,3)(10, -3)

The points on the graph of f1(x)f^{-1}(x) will be:

  • (3,2)(3, 2) (from (2,3)(2, 3))
  • (1,5)(1, -5) (from (5,1)(-5, 1))
  • (3,10)(-3, 10) (from (10,3)(10, -3))

Thus, the points that must be included in the graph of f1(x)f^{-1}(x) are:

  • (3,2)(3, 2)
  • (1,5)(1, -5)
  • (3,10)(-3, 10)

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are five related questions you can explore:

  1. How do you find the inverse of a function algebraically?
  2. What are the conditions for a function to have an inverse?
  3. How does the graph of f1(x)f^{-1}(x) compare to the graph of f(x)f(x)?
  4. Can every function have an inverse? Why or why not?
  5. How do you verify if two functions are inverses of each other?

Tip: When graphing inverse functions, the line y=xy = x serves as a mirror line for the reflection of points between the functions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inverse Functions
Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

f^{-1}(x) = y <=> f(y) = x (Inverse Function Relationship)

Theorems

Inverse Function Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12