Math Problem Statement

The function f(x) = x + 4 is one-to-one. Find an equation for f⁻¹(x), the inverse function.

Solution

To find the inverse of the given function f(x)=x+4f(x) = x + 4, follow these steps:

  1. Replace f(x)f(x) with yy: y=x+4y = x + 4

  2. Swap xx and yy: x=y+4x = y + 4

  3. Solve for yy: Subtract 4 from both sides: y=x4y = x - 4

  4. Replace yy with f1(x)f^{-1}(x): f1(x)=x4f^{-1}(x) = x - 4

Final Answer:

f1(x)=x4f^{-1}(x) = x - 4

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Here are 5 related questions you can explore:

  1. How can you verify that f(x)f(x) and f1(x)f^{-1}(x) are inverses of each other?
  2. What are the domain and range of f(x)=x+4f(x) = x + 4 and its inverse?
  3. How does the graph of f(x)=x+4f(x) = x + 4 compare to its inverse f1(x)f^{-1}(x)?
  4. Can all functions have inverses? Why or why not?
  5. How does the concept of one-to-one functions relate to invertibility?

Tip: To check your inverse, substitute f(f1(x))=xf(f^{-1}(x)) = x or f1(f(x))=xf^{-1}(f(x)) = x. This confirms the functions are true inverses.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Inverse Functions

Formulas

y = x + 4
y = x - 4

Theorems

Inverse function property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11