Math Problem Statement

Let f(x) = -5x + 6. Find and simplify f(x + 2).

Solution

The given function is f(x)=5x+6f(x) = -5x + 6. You're asked to find and simplify f(x+2)f(x + 2).

To do this, substitute x+2x + 2 into the function f(x)f(x):

f(x+2)=5(x+2)+6f(x+2) = -5(x + 2) + 6

Now simplify the expression:

f(x+2)=5(x)5(2)+6=5x10+6f(x+2) = -5(x) - 5(2) + 6 = -5x - 10 + 6

f(x+2)=5x4f(x+2) = -5x - 4

So, f(x+2)=5x4f(x+2) = -5x - 4.

Would you like more details, or do you have any questions about this? Here are some related questions for further practice:

  1. What would f(x3)f(x - 3) be for the same function?
  2. How would the graph of f(x)f(x) change if the constant term were different?
  3. Can you find f(0)f(0) and f(2)f(2) using the same function?
  4. What is the slope of the function f(x)=5x+6f(x) = -5x + 6?
  5. If g(x)=5x+6g(x) = -5x + 6, how does the function g(x+2)g(x+2) differ from f(x+2)f(x+2)?

Tip: When substituting an expression into a function, always distribute the terms carefully before simplifying.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Function Substitution
Linear Functions

Formulas

f(x + h) = f(x) with substitution
Distributive Property

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10