Math Problem Statement

Is the given relation a function based on the mapping diagram?

Solution

In this mapping diagram, a relation is considered a function if each element in the domain is mapped to exactly one element in the range.

Analysis of the Diagram:

  • Domain values: 16,20,7,10,13,1816, 20, 7, -10, -13, -18
  • Range values: 16,14,18,716, 14, 18, 7

From the diagram:

  1. 161616 \rightarrow 16
  2. 201420 \rightarrow 14
  3. 7187 \rightarrow 18
  4. 1018-10 \rightarrow 18
  5. 137-13 \rightarrow 7
  6. 1814-18 \rightarrow 14

Each element in the domain is mapped to exactly one value in the range.

Conclusion:

This relation is a function, as every domain value corresponds to only one range value.

Would you like further explanation or have any other questions? Here are some related questions you might find helpful:

  1. What are the characteristics of a function in mathematics?
  2. Can a function have two domain elements mapping to the same range value?
  3. How do vertical line tests relate to functions?
  4. What are real-world examples of relations that are functions?
  5. How is the concept of functions used in algebra and calculus?

Tip: Remember, in a function, no domain value can have more than one range value, but range values can be shared by multiple domain values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Relations
Mapping Diagrams

Formulas

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Theorems

Definition of a Function

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8