Math Problem Statement

If f(x) = x^4 + 5, g(x) = x - 7, h(x) = √x, then f ∘ g ∘ h(x) = ?

Solution

To solve fgh(x)f \circ g \circ h(x), we need to evaluate the composition of the functions in the order they appear, starting with the innermost function and proceeding outward. Let's go through the steps:

  1. First, calculate h(x)h(x): h(x)=xh(x) = \sqrt{x}

  2. Next, find g(h(x))g(h(x)): g(h(x))=g(x)=x7g(h(x)) = g(\sqrt{x}) = \sqrt{x} - 7

  3. Finally, calculate f(g(h(x)))f(g(h(x))): f(g(h(x)))=f(x7)=(x7)4+5f(g(h(x))) = f(\sqrt{x} - 7) = (\sqrt{x} - 7)^4 + 5

Thus, fgh(x)=(x7)4+5f \circ g \circ h(x) = (\sqrt{x} - 7)^4 + 5.

Would you like to explore more about function compositions or have any other questions about this problem? Here are some related topics to consider:

  1. What happens if you change the order of composition?
  2. How does the graph of fgh(x)f \circ g \circ h(x) compare to the individual graphs of f(x)f(x), g(x)g(x), and h(x)h(x)?
  3. Can you derive a general method for simplifying nested function compositions?
  4. What are the domain considerations for the composition fgh(x)f \circ g \circ h(x)?
  5. How does modifying the functions ff, gg, or hh affect the final output?

Tip: When composing functions, always consider the domain restrictions imposed by each function, as this can impact the valid input values for the composition.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Composition
Algebra
Exponents
Square Roots

Formulas

f(x) = x^4 + 5
g(x) = x - 7
h(x) = √x

Theorems

Function Composition Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12