Math Problem Statement

The following are one-to-one functions, EXCEPT? {(−2,4), (−1,1), (0,0), (1,1), (2,4)}, {(-6,2), (-3,1), (0,0)}, {(-5,4), (-3,2), (-1,0)}, {(5,7)}

Solution

To determine which of the provided sets of ordered pairs is not a one-to-one function, we need to recall the definition of a one-to-one function (also called an injective function). A function is one-to-one if no two different elements in the domain map to the same element in the range.

Let's examine each set:

  1. First option:
    {(2,4),(1,1),(0,0),(1,1),(2,4)}\{ (-2, 4), (-1, 1), (0, 0), (1, 1), (2, 4) \}
    In this set, we see that both (2,4)(-2, 4) and (2,4)(2, 4) map to the same value (4), and both (1,1)(-1, 1) and (1,1)(1, 1) map to the same value (1).
    This is not a one-to-one function because multiple inputs (domain values) map to the same output (range values).

  2. Second option:
    {(6,2),(3,1),(0,0)}\{ (-6, 2), (-3, 1), (0, 0) \}
    Here, each input maps to a distinct output, so this is a one-to-one function.

  3. Third option:
    {(5,4),(3,2),(1,0)}\{ (-5, 4), (-3, 2), (-1, 0) \}
    Each input has a unique output, so this is a one-to-one function.

  4. Fourth option:
    {(5,7)}\{ (5, 7) \}
    This set contains only one element, so by default, it is a one-to-one function.

Conclusion:

The first option is not a one-to-one function. Therefore, the answer is the first option.


Would you like further explanation or details? Here are some additional questions you might find helpful:

  1. What is the formal definition of a one-to-one function?
  2. Can a function be one-to-one if there is only one element in the set?
  3. How does a one-to-one function differ from a many-to-one function?
  4. What is an example of a real-world one-to-one function?
  5. How can you check if a graph represents a one-to-one function?

Tip: When analyzing one-to-one functions, always check if different domain values map to the same range value.

Ask a new question for Free

By Image

Drop file here or Click Here to upload

Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Injective Functions
One-to-One Functions

Formulas

-

Theorems

Definition of One-to-One Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11