Math Problem Statement

The function f(x) is invertible. Find f^{-1}(-7) based on the graph provided.

Solution

To solve the problem:

Step 1: Understand the task

We are given a function f(x)f(x), which is invertible, and asked to find f1(7)f^{-1}(-7). This means we need to determine the value of xx such that f(x)=7f(x) = -7.

Step 2: Analyze the graph

Looking at the graph:

  • The function f(x)f(x) is a linear function (a straight line) that decreases as xx increases.
  • We observe the yellow line f(x)f(x), which intersects y=7y = -7.

Step 3: Find the corresponding xx

From the graph:

  • The point where f(x)=7f(x) = -7 is visible. Tracing the line, it corresponds to x=3x = -3.

Thus, f1(7)=3f^{-1}(-7) = -3.


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Related Questions:

  1. What does it mean for a function to be invertible?
  2. How can you algebraically determine the inverse of a linear function?
  3. What are the steps for verifying if a given point satisfies the inverse function?
  4. How does the slope of the line affect the calculation of f1(y)f^{-1}(y)?
  5. How can you identify symmetry in the graph of f(x)f(x) and f1(x)f^{-1}(x)?

Tip:

For an invertible function, the graph of f1(x)f^{-1}(x) is the reflection of f(x)f(x) across the line y=xy = x.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions and Graphs
Inverse Functions

Formulas

f^{-1}(y) is such that f(x) = y

Theorems

Definition of Invertible Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12