Math Problem Statement

Evaluate (f ∘ g)(1) and (g ∘ f)(0) using the given table.

Solution

Let's evaluate the given expressions step by step using the table provided.

Part (a): (fg)(1)(f \circ g)(1)

The notation (fg)(1)(f \circ g)(1) means we first apply gg to 11, then apply ff to the result.

  1. From the table, find g(1)g(1):

    • g(1)=11g(1) = 11 (look in the row labeled g(x)g(x) under x=1x = 1).
  2. Next, find f(g(1))=f(11)f(g(1)) = f(11):

    • f(11)=1f(11) = 1 (look in the row labeled f(x)f(x) under x=11x = 11).

Thus, (fg)(1)=1(f \circ g)(1) = 1.


Part (b): (gf)(0)(g \circ f)(0)

The notation (gf)(0)(g \circ f)(0) means we first apply ff to 00, then apply gg to the result.

  1. From the table, find f(0)f(0):

    • f(0)=9f(0) = 9 (look in the row labeled f(x)f(x) under x=0x = 0).
  2. Next, find g(f(0))=g(9)g(f(0)) = g(9):

    • g(9)=10g(9) = -10 (look in the row labeled g(x)g(x) under x=9x = 9).

Thus, (gf)(0)=10(g \circ f)(0) = -10.


Final Answers:

a. (fg)(1)=1(f \circ g)(1) = 1
b. (gf)(0)=10(g \circ f)(0) = -10


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Here are five related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you evaluate (gg)(1)(g \circ g)(1) using the table?
  2. What is (ff)(3)(f \circ f)(-3)?
  3. Can you determine (gf)(4)(g \circ f)(4)?
  4. What is the general process for composition of functions?
  5. Why does the order of composition matter when combining functions?

Tip: When working with composition of functions, always start from the innermost function and work outward!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Composition
Function Notation
Table Interpretation

Formulas

(f ∘ g)(x) = f(g(x))
(g ∘ f)(x) = g(f(x))

Theorems

Definition of Composition of Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 9-11