Math Problem Statement

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Which statements are true of functions? Check all that apply.

Solution

Let's go through each statement to determine which ones are true for functions:

  1. All functions have a dependent variable.

    • True: In a function, one variable (the dependent variable) depends on the other (the independent variable).
  2. All functions have an independent variable.

    • True: A function requires an independent variable, which is the input for the function.
  3. The range of a function includes its domain.

    • False: The domain is the set of all possible input values, while the range is the set of all possible output values. These are separate concepts; the range doesn't include the domain.
  4. A vertical line is an example of a functional relationship.

    • False: A vertical line fails the vertical line test for functions because it associates one input with multiple outputs.
  5. A horizontal line is an example of a functional relationship.

    • True: A horizontal line passes the vertical line test, so it is a function.
  6. Each output value of a function can correspond to only one input value.

    • False: This describes a one-to-one function, but not all functions are one-to-one. Some functions allow multiple inputs to have the same output.

Summary of answers:

  • True: Statements 1, 2, 5
  • False: Statements 3, 4, 6

Would you like more details on any of these points?


Here are five related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the vertical line test, and how does it determine if a relation is a function?
  2. Can a function have the same output for different input values?
  3. How is the domain of a function different from its range?
  4. What is an example of a one-to-one function?
  5. How does a horizontal line function differ from a non-horizontal linear function?

Tip: Remember that the domain of a function is the set of all input values, and the range is the set of all output values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Dependent and Independent Variables
Domain and Range
Vertical Line Test

Formulas

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Theorems

Vertical Line Test Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11