Math Problem Statement

The value of r(g(h(1))) is based on the table for r(x), the graph for g(x), and the points provided for h(x): {(1,3), (2,6), (5,4), (6,1)}. Calculate r(g(h(1))).

Solution

To solve r(g(h(1)))r(g(h(1))):

  1. Start with h(1)h(1): Based on h(x)h(x), when x=1x = 1, h(1)=3h(1) = 3.
  2. Move to g(3)g(3): From the graph, find g(3)g(3). It appears g(3)=6g(3) = 6 (use the line's points).
  3. Finally, evaluate r(6)r(6): From the table, when x=6x = 6, r(6)=5r(6) = 5.

Thus, r(g(h(1)))=5r(g(h(1))) = 5.

Do you want further clarification?
Here are some follow-up questions:

  1. How do piecewise functions relate to this problem?
  2. What is the role of substitution in function compositions?
  3. How do you extract values from a table versus a graph?
  4. Why is order of operations critical in function evaluation?
  5. Can you generalize this problem to any r,g,hr, g, h?

Tip: Always double-check mappings in graphs and tables!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Composition
Mapping Tables and Graphs
Order of Operations in Functions

Formulas

f(g(x)) = f evaluated at g(x)
g(h(x)) = g evaluated at h(x)

Theorems

Function Composition Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10