Math Problem Statement

Let f(x) = 10x + 6. Find f^{-1}(x).

Solution

The problem asks to find the inverse of the function f(x)=10x+6f(x) = 10x + 6.

To find the inverse, follow these steps:

  1. Start with the given function: f(x)=10x+6f(x) = 10x + 6

  2. Replace f(x)f(x) with yy: y=10x+6y = 10x + 6

  3. Swap xx and yy to solve for the inverse: x=10y+6x = 10y + 6

  4. Solve for yy: x6=10yx - 6 = 10y y=x610y = \frac{x - 6}{10}

So, the inverse function is: f1(x)=x610f^{-1}(x) = \frac{x - 6}{10}

Would you like more details on this process or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How do you find the inverse of a quadratic function?
  2. Can every function have an inverse?
  3. How can you verify if two functions are inverses of each other?
  4. What are the graphical interpretations of a function and its inverse?
  5. How does the concept of an inverse function apply in real-world situations?

Tip: To verify that two functions are inverses, check if f(f1(x))=xf(f^{-1}(x)) = x and f1(f(x))=xf^{-1}(f(x)) = x.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Inverse Functions
Linear Functions

Formulas

f(x) = 10x + 6
f^{-1}(x) = (x - 6) / 10

Theorems

Inverse Function Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12