Math Problem Statement
Solution
You have provided the function and are asking for its inverse, denoted as .
To find the inverse of a function , we follow these steps:
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Start with the equation:
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Swap and to find the inverse:
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Now, solve for : Multiply both sides by to eliminate the denominator:
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Distribute on the left-hand side:
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Move all terms involving to one side: Factor out on the left-hand side:
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Solve for :
Thus, the inverse function is:
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Here are 5 related questions:
- How can you verify that two functions are inverses of each other?
- What are the domain and range of the inverse function ?
- How does finding the inverse change if the function is more complex?
- Can every function have an inverse? What are the conditions?
- How would you graph both the function and its inverse?
Tip: When finding an inverse, always ensure the original function is one-to-one (passes the horizontal line test). This guarantees that the inverse exists.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Functions
Inverse Functions
Formulas
Inverse of a function: Swap x and y, then solve for y
Theorems
Function Inverse Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12