Math Problem Statement

Does the function f have an inverse? If so, find f^{-1}(-1) and f^{-1}(7).

Solution

The image shows a graph of a function ff, and a question is asked whether ff has an inverse. You correctly indicated "Yes" because the graph passes the horizontal line test (no horizontal line intersects the graph at more than one point), meaning ff is one-to-one and thus has an inverse.

The problem also asks for the values of the inverse function f1(1)f^{-1}(-1) and f1(7)f^{-1}(7). Here's how to analyze these:

  1. For f1(1)f^{-1}(-1):

    • f1(1)=2f^{-1}(-1) = 2 is correct. This means that f(2)=1f(2) = -1, which matches the graph where f(2)=1f(2) = -1.
  2. For f1(7)f^{-1}(7):

    • You entered "DNE" (Does Not Exist) for f1(7)f^{-1}(7), but this was marked incorrect. To clarify, this means that the function ff does not reach 7 on the yy-axis within the domain shown in the graph. So it seems your understanding was right, but the system expected a different response. Possibly, the expected value might be based on interpreting f(3)f(3) or some error in input handling.

Let me know if you'd like further clarification or if you want to explore the inverse functions in more detail!

Relative Questions:

  1. What does it mean for a function to have an inverse?
  2. How can we apply the horizontal line test to determine if a function is invertible?
  3. What are the typical notations for expressing inverse functions?
  4. How can you determine the inverse of a function from its graph?
  5. Why would f1(7)f^{-1}(7) be labeled as incorrect in this context?

Tip:

When solving for the inverse of a function graphically, always ensure that the yy-values match points on the graph for that specific domain.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Inverses of Functions
Graph Analysis

Formulas

Inverse Function: f^{-1}(x)
Horizontal Line Test

Theorems

Horizontal Line Test

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12