Math Problem Statement

Which sets of ordered pairs represent functions from A to B? (Select all that apply.) A = {3, 4, 5, 6} and B = {−2, −1, 0, 1, 2}

{(3, 0), (4, 0), (5, 0), (6, 0)}

{(3, 1), (4, −2), (5, 0), (6, 2)}

{(3, −1), (5, 2), (4, −2), (6, 0), (4, 1)}

{(3, 2), (6, 0), (4, 1)}

Solution

To determine which sets of ordered pairs represent functions from AA to BB, we must recall that a function from set AA to set BB assigns each element in AA to exactly one element in BB. In other words, no element in AA can have more than one output in BB.

Given A={3,4,5,6}A = \{3, 4, 5, 6\} and B={2,1,0,1,2}B = \{-2, -1, 0, 1, 2\}, let's analyze each set of ordered pairs:

  1. Set 1: {(3,0),(4,0),(5,0),(6,0)}\{(3, 0), (4, 0), (5, 0), (6, 0)\}

    • Each element of AA is mapped to exactly one element of BB.
    • All elements from AA are paired with exactly one element from BB (in this case, all are paired with 00).
    • This is a valid function.
  2. Set 2: {(3,1),(4,2),(5,0),(6,2)}\{(3, 1), (4, -2), (5, 0), (6, 2)\}

    • Each element of AA is mapped to exactly one element of BB, with no repeated inputs.
    • This is a valid function.
  3. Set 3: {(3,1),(5,2),(4,2),(6,0),(4,1)}\{(3, -1), (5, 2), (4, -2), (6, 0), (4, 1)\}

    • The element 44 from AA is mapped to both 2-2 and 11, which violates the definition of a function (one input cannot have multiple outputs).
    • This is not a function.
  4. Set 4: {(3,2),(6,0),(4,1)}\{(3, 2), (6, 0), (4, 1)\}

    • Each element of AA is mapped to exactly one element of BB, with no repeated inputs.
    • This is a valid function.

Conclusion:

  • Valid functions: Sets 1, 2, and 4.
  • Not a function: Set 3.

Would you like more details on why certain sets are not functions or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions to extend your understanding:

  1. What are the key characteristics of a function between two sets?
  2. Can a function map multiple elements from AA to the same element in BB?
  3. What is the difference between a function and a relation?
  4. How would you determine if a graph represents a function?
  5. Can a function have more than one output for a single input?

Tip: When determining if a set of ordered pairs represents a function, check if any input is associated with more than one output—this violates the definition of a function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Relations
Ordered Pairs

Formulas

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Theorems

Definition of a Function: A function is a relation where each input has exactly one output.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10