Math Problem Statement
What is the inverse function of the f(x) = x/2?
f−1(x) = 2x
f−1(x) = x/2
f−1(x) = x + 2
f−1(x) = x − 2
f−1(x) = 2x + 2
Solution
Let's find the inverse function of .
To find the inverse, we need to solve for in terms of (where ):
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Start with the equation:
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Now, solve for :
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Since we are finding the inverse, replace with (the variable for the inverse function):
So the correct inverse function is .
Answer:
The inverse function is .
Would you like more explanation on inverse functions or have any other questions? Here are some related questions you may find interesting:
- How do we verify the correctness of an inverse function?
- How do we find the inverse of a function that involves powers or square roots?
- What does the graph of a function and its inverse look like?
- How can we determine if a function is one-to-one, and why does it matter for finding an inverse?
- What is the composition of a function and its inverse? How do we prove they are inverses?
Tip: To check if two functions are true inverses, try composing them (i.e., and )!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Inverse Functions
Formulas
f(x) = x/2
f^{-1}(x) = 2x
Theorems
Inverse function theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10