Math Problem Statement
If f(x-2) = 3x - 5 for all values of x, which of the following is the expression for f(x)? A) f(x) = 3x - 1, B) f(x) = 3x + 1, C) f(x) = 3x + 2, D) f(x) = 3x + 3.
Solution
The question states:
If for all values of , which of the following is the expression for ?
Step 1: Rewrite the equation for
The goal is to express . The given function is . Substitute with , so , making .
Substitute into the given function:
Step 2: Simplify the expression
Simplify : \
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Function Transformation
Algebraic Substitution
Formulas
Function transformation: f(x-h) ↔ f(x) with substitution
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grade 8-10