Math Problem Statement
Which of the following is the inverse of f(x) = (3 - x)/5?
Solution
The problem asks for the inverse of the function .
To find the inverse, follow these steps:
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Start with the equation for :
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Swap and to begin solving for the inverse:
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Multiply both sides of the equation by 5 to eliminate the denominator:
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Isolate by subtracting 3 from both sides:
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Multiply through by -1 to solve for :
Thus, the inverse function is .
The correct answer is option D.
Do you want more details or have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions:
- How do you verify if two functions are inverses of each other?
- What is the general process to find an inverse function?
- Can every function have an inverse? Why or why not?
- How would the process differ if the function were not linear?
- What is the geometric interpretation of an inverse function?
Tip: The graph of a function and its inverse are reflections of each other across the line .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Functions
Inverse Functions
Formulas
Inverse function formula: swap x and y in f(x) and solve for y
Theorems
Inverse Function Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12