Math Problem Statement

Find the domain of the function: g(x) = √(5x + 25).

Solution

The given function is:

g(x)=5x+25g(x) = \sqrt{5x + 25}

To determine the domain of the function g(x)g(x), we need to ensure that the expression under the square root is non-negative, because the square root of a negative number is not real (for real-valued functions).

So, we solve for:

5x+2505x + 25 \geq 0

Subtract 25 from both sides:

5x255x \geq -25

Now, divide by 5:

x5x \geq -5

Thus, the domain of g(x)g(x) is all values of xx such that x5x \geq -5.

In interval notation, the domain is:

[5,)[-5, \infty)

Would you like more details or have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. How do you find the domain of a function with multiple terms inside the square root?
  2. What happens if the inequality results in no real solutions?
  3. How do you express the domain for a logarithmic function?
  4. Can you explain how to graph the domain of this function on a number line?
  5. How do transformations (shifting or stretching) affect the domain of square root functions?

Tip: Always remember, the domain of a square root function requires the expression inside the square root to be greater than or equal to zero.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Functions
Inequalities
Square Roots

Formulas

5x + 25 ≥ 0

Theorems

Square root domain restriction

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10