Math Problem Statement

Consider the following relation.

S={(8,7),(3,4),(−1,−8),(−3,−9)} Step 1 of 2 : Find the inverse. Express your answer as a set of ordered pairs.

Solution

The inverse of a relation is obtained by swapping the coordinates of each ordered pair in the set. For the relation S={(8,7),(3,4),(1,8),(3,9)}S = \{(8,7), (3,4), (-1,-8), (-3,-9)\}, we will swap the xx- and yy-coordinates of each pair.

Thus, the inverse relation S1S^{-1} is:

S1={(7,8),(4,3),(8,1),(9,3)}S^{-1} = \{(7,8), (4,3), (-8,-1), (-9,-3)\}

Let me know if you'd like further details on how this works, or if you have any other questions!

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you determine if a relation is a function?
  2. Can a relation and its inverse both be functions?
  3. What is the graphical interpretation of an inverse relation?
  4. How do you find the inverse of a function algebraically?
  5. What is the difference between a one-to-one function and a many-to-one function?

Tip: When finding the inverse of a function or relation, always ensure you swap the x- and y-values carefully, especially for negative numbers!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Relations
Inverse of a Relation
Set Theory

Formulas

Inverse of a relation: swap x- and y-coordinates in each ordered pair

Theorems

Inverse Relation Theorem: For a relation S, the inverse S⁻¹ is obtained by swapping the coordinates of each pair

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12