Math Problem Statement

A logarithmic child function has domain of (-2, ∞). What is the range of the exponential child function that is its inverse?

Solution

The question asks: "A logarithmic child function has a domain of (-2, ∞). What is the range of the exponential child function that is its inverse?"

Let’s break this down:

  1. Logarithmic and exponential functions are inverses of each other.
  2. The domain of the logarithmic function is given as (2,)(-2, \infty), meaning the input values (x-values) must be greater than -2.

Since the logarithmic and exponential functions are inverses:

  • The domain of the logarithmic function becomes the range of the exponential function.
  • Hence, the range of the exponential child function (inverse of the logarithmic function) would be (2,)(-2, \infty).

Would you like any further details or explanation on this?

Here are 5 follow-up questions for further understanding:

  1. How do logarithmic and exponential functions behave as inverses of each other?
  2. What is the general relationship between the domain and range when taking the inverse of a function?
  3. Can a logarithmic function have a negative argument? Why or why not?
  4. How can you graphically interpret the relationship between a function and its inverse?
  5. What are the transformations applied to the standard logarithmic function to get this specific domain?

Tip: When working with inverses of functions, always remember that the domain of one is the range of the other!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithmic functions
Exponential functions
Inverse functions
Domain and range

Formulas

logarithmic function: y = log_b(x)
exponential function: y = b^x

Theorems

Inverse function theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12