Math Problem Statement

f(x) = x+2/2x−1 find inverse

Solution

To find the inverse of the function f(x)=x+22x1f(x) = \frac{x+2}{2x-1}, follow these steps:

Step 1: Replace f(x)f(x) with yy

Let y=x+22x1y = \frac{x+2}{2x-1}.

Step 2: Swap xx and yy

To find the inverse, swap xx and yy and solve for yy. So, we have: x=y+22y1x = \frac{y+2}{2y-1}

Step 3: Solve for yy

We now solve this equation for yy.

  1. Multiply both sides by 2y12y - 1 to eliminate the denominator: x(2y1)=y+2x(2y - 1) = y + 2

  2. Distribute xx on the left-hand side: 2xyx=y+22xy - x = y + 2

  3. Move all terms involving yy to one side and constants to the other side: 2xyy=x+22xy - y = x + 2

  4. Factor out yy on the left-hand side: y(2x1)=x+2y(2x - 1) = x + 2

  5. Solve for yy: y=x+22x1y = \frac{x + 2}{2x - 1}

Thus, the inverse function is: f1(x)=x+22x1f^{-1}(x) = \frac{x + 2}{2x - 1}

Answer:

The inverse of f(x)=x+22x1f(x) = \frac{x+2}{2x-1} is: f1(x)=x+22x1f^{-1}(x) = \frac{x+2}{2x-1}


Would you like further clarification on this or have any questions? Here are some related questions:

  1. How can we verify that the inverse we found is correct?
  2. How would you find the domain and range of the inverse function?
  3. What is the significance of the composition f(f1(x))f(f^{-1}(x))?
  4. What are the steps involved in finding an inverse of a rational function?
  5. How can you graph both a function and its inverse on the same coordinate plane?

Tip: When finding the inverse of a function, make sure to check the domain of the original function, as some values might be restricted when swapping xx and yy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inverse Functions
Rational Functions

Formulas

f(x) = (x+2)/(2x-1)
Inverse function formula: f^-1(x) = (x+2)/(2x-1)

Theorems

Inverse function theorem
Function composition

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12