Evaluating and Finding Functions

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What is a function?

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A function is a relation that assigns exactly one output for each input from a set of inputs.

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How do you denote a function?

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Functions are typically denoted by letters such as f, g, or h, followed by the variable in parentheses, e.g., f(x).

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What does f(x) = x + 3 represent?

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This is a linear function where the output increases by 3 for every unit increase in x.

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How do you find the value of x when f(x) = 8 for f(x) = x + 3?

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Set the equation x + 3 = 8, then solve for x: x = 8 - 3 = 5.

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What is the meaning of f(4) in a function?

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f(4) represents the output of the function when the input is 4.

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If f(x) = -x + 3x + 1, what is f(4)?

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f(4) = -4 + 3(4) + 1 = -4 + 12 + 1 = 9.

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How do you read f(x)?

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It is read as 'f of x'.

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What is the output of f(x) = 1 when x = 2?

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The output is f(2) = 1.

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What is the significance of the graph of a function?

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The graph visually represents the relationship between the input (x) and output (f(x)).

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How do you evaluate a function at a specific point?

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Substitute the specific value of x into the function's equation and simplify.

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