Math Problem Statement

f(π‘₯)=log2(10βˆ’2π‘₯)

Give the domain of the function π‘“(π‘₯) in interval notation. Domain:

Give the range of the function π‘“(π‘₯) in interval notation. Range:

Solution

To determine the domain and range of the function f(x)=log⁑2(10βˆ’2x)f(x) = \log_2(10 - 2x), let’s analyze both.


1. Domain:

The domain is the set of all xx-values for which the function is defined. For a logarithmic function, the argument inside the logarithm must be strictly positive.

10βˆ’2x>010 - 2x > 0

Solve for xx:

βˆ’2x>βˆ’10β‡’x<5-2x > -10 \quad \Rightarrow \quad x < 5

Thus, the domain of f(x)f(x) is all xx-values less than 5.

Domain in interval notation:

(βˆ’βˆž,5)(-\infty, 5)


2. Range:

A logarithmic function with any positive base (like log⁑2\log_2) has a range of all real numbers.

Thus:

Range in interval notation:

(βˆ’βˆž,∞)(-\infty, \infty)


Final Answer:

  • Domain: (βˆ’βˆž,5)(-\infty, 5)
  • Range: (βˆ’βˆž,∞)(-\infty, \infty)

Would you like a graph or further elaboration on these points?

Here are five related questions you might find useful:

  1. What happens to the function as xx approaches 5 from the left?
  2. How does the base of the logarithm affect the shape of the function?
  3. What is the behavior of f(x)f(x) as xβ†’βˆ’βˆžx \to -\infty?
  4. What is the value of f(x)f(x) at x=0x = 0?
  5. How does the function transform if the base changes to log⁑10(10βˆ’2x)\log_{10}(10 - 2x)?

Tip: When working with logarithmic functions, always ensure the argument is positive for the function to be defined.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithmic Functions
Inequalities
Function Domain and Range

Formulas

log_b(x)
Inequality for domain: 10 - 2x > 0

Theorems

Properties of Logarithmic Functions
Domain Restrictions for Logarithms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12