Math Problem Statement
Look at this table:
x y –12 9 16 6 –6 17 7 0 15 9 19 7
Is this relation a function?
Solution
To determine whether a relation is a function, we need to check if each input (value of ) is associated with exactly one output (value of ).
Here’s the given table:
-12 | 9 |
16 | 6 |
-6 | 17 |
7 | 0 |
15 | 9 |
19 | 7 |
Now let's check:
- corresponds to
- corresponds to
- corresponds to
- corresponds to
- corresponds to
- corresponds to
Each -value in the table is unique and is associated with only one -value. There are no repeated -values with different -values.
Conclusion: Yes, this relation is a function because each input has only one output.
Would you like a further explanation on how functions work, or do you have any other questions?
Here are some related questions:
- How do you determine if a graph represents a function?
- Can a function have more than one output for the same input?
- What is the difference between a relation and a function?
- How can you test a set of points to see if it's a function?
- What are some real-world examples of functions?
Tip: A simple way to check if a relation is a function is to ensure that no -value repeats with a different -value.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Functions
Relations
Mapping
Formulas
None
Theorems
Vertical Line Test
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-9