Math Problem Statement

f(g(2)) based on the graphs of f(x) and g(x).

Solution

To solve f(g(2))f(g(2)), we need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Evaluate g(2)g(2)

From the graph of g(x)g(x), locate the point where x=2x = 2. At x=2x = 2, the value of g(x)g(x) is the yy-coordinate of the corresponding point on the curve. Looking at the graph, it appears that g(2)=4g(2) = 4.

Step 2: Evaluate f(g(2))=f(4)f(g(2)) = f(4)

Now, we need to find f(4)f(4). From the graph of f(x)f(x), locate the point where x=4x = 4. The value of f(4)f(4) is the yy-coordinate of that point. From the graph, it seems that f(4)=5f(4) = 5.

Final Answer:

So, f(g(2))=f(4)=5f(g(2)) = f(4) = 5.

Would you like more details on this solution? Here are 5 related questions that can expand your understanding:

  1. How would you find f(g(2))f(g(-2)) from the graph?
  2. What happens if g(x)g(x) returns a value where f(x)f(x) is undefined?
  3. How can you interpret function composition from graphs in general?
  4. What is the meaning of the vertical and horizontal axis in function graphs like this?
  5. Can a function have multiple values at a single input, and how does this affect composition?

Tip: Always check for points of discontinuity or undefined values in both functions before evaluating compositions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Composition
Graph Reading

Formulas

f(g(x))
g(x)

Theorems

Function Composition Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10