Math Problem Statement
g°f) (x) = 2x² + 6x -7 f(x)= x² + 3x - 4 g(x)=?
Solution
To find the function , we are given that:
This means that , and we need to express such that when we substitute into , we get .
Let's assume that is of the form . To solve this, we need to find and .
Substitute into :
Now expand:
We know that , so we can compare coefficients:
From the comparison of coefficients, we get:
- (from the terms)
- which is also true since (from the terms)
Substitute into the third equation:
Thus, .
Final Answer:
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Tip: When comparing functions, always align terms by their degree (constant, linear, quadratic, etc.) to easily match coefficients.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Function Composition
Algebra
Formulas
g(f(x)) = 2x² + 6x - 7
f(x) = x² + 3x - 4
g(x) = ax + b
Theorems
Function Composition
Polynomial Expansion
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12