Math Problem Statement

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False

Solution

To verify whether the given statement is True or False, let's analyze the problem step by step:

The function is defined as:
f(x)=x3f(x) = |x| - 3

Now, substitute x=3x = -3 into the function:

f(3)=33f(-3) = | -3 | - 3

The absolute value of 3-3 is 33. Thus:

f(3)=33=0f(-3) = 3 - 3 = 0

Since the result of f(3)f(-3) is indeed 00, the statement is True.


Do you want further clarification or details? Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the significance of the absolute value in the function?
  2. How would f(x)f(x) behave for other inputs, such as x=0x = 0 or x=3x = 3?
  3. Can you graph f(x)=x3f(x) = |x| - 3 and interpret its shape?
  4. What happens if we replace 3-3 with another negative number like 4-4?
  5. How does this function compare to g(x)=x+3g(x) = |x| + 3?

Tip: When working with absolute value functions, always separate the analysis for x0x \geq 0 and x<0x < 0, as they often have different expressions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Absolute Value
Function Evaluation
Algebra

Formulas

f(x) = |x| - 3

Theorems

Properties of Absolute Value

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8