Math Problem Statement

If f left parenthesis x right parenthesis equals fraction numerator x plus 6 over denominator 5 end fraction, then f to the power of short dash 1 end exponent left parenthesis x right parenthesis = ______

Solution

We are given the function:

f(x)=x+65f(x) = \frac{x + 6}{5}

You are asking for the inverse of the function, denoted f1(x)f^{-1}(x).

To find the inverse, follow these steps:

  1. Replace f(x)f(x) with yy for convenience:

y=x+65y = \frac{x + 6}{5}

  1. Swap the roles of xx and yy:

x=y+65x = \frac{y + 6}{5}

  1. Solve for yy:

Multiply both sides by 5 to eliminate the denominator:

5x=y+65x = y + 6

Now, subtract 6 from both sides:

y=5x6y = 5x - 6

Thus, the inverse function is:

f1(x)=5x6f^{-1}(x) = 5x - 6

Final Answer:

f1(x)=5x6f^{-1}(x) = 5x - 6

Would you like further explanation or have any questions about this process?

Here are some related questions to explore further:

  1. How do you find the inverse of other types of functions, like quadratics or exponentials?
  2. What does the graph of a function and its inverse look like?
  3. How do you verify that two functions are indeed inverses of each other?
  4. What are the conditions for a function to have an inverse?
  5. How does the concept of inverse functions apply in real-world scenarios?

Tip: Always check the domain and range of the function and its inverse to make sure the inverse is valid.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inverse Functions
Algebra

Formulas

f(x) = (x + 6) / 5
Inverse Function: f^-1(x) = 5x - 6

Theorems

Inverse of a function

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11