CH 2: Linear functions
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What does the parameter 'a' represent in a linear function of the form $y = ax + q$?

  • The domain of the function
  • The range of the function
  • The y-intercept
  • The gradient (slope) of the line (correct)
  • For a linear function, what is the relationship between the domain and range?

  • The domain is an infinite set, while the range is a finite set
  • The domain is a finite set, while the range is an infinite set
  • The domain and range are both finite sets
  • The domain and range are both infinite sets (correct)
  • What is the purpose of the y-intercept 'q' in a linear function of the form $y = ax + q$?

  • It represents the domain of the function
  • It specifies the point where the line intersects the y-axis (correct)
  • It determines the slope of the line
  • It specifies the point where the line intersects the x-axis
  • Which method can be used to construct the graph of a linear function?

    <p>Identifying the intercepts of the line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the process of deriving the inverse of a linear function?

    <p>Interchange x and y</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between a linear function and its inverse?

    <p>The domain and range are swapped</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the slope 'a' of a linear function affect the direction of the line?

    <p>Positive values of 'a' lead to an upward trajectory, while negative values result in a downward trend</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'gradient-intercept approach' in constructing the graph of a linear function?

    <p>To locate a secondary point on the line using the y-intercept and slope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key mathematical attribute of a linear function?

    <p>Derivative</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of deriving the inverse of a linear function?

    <p>To invert the function's operation, swapping the roles of inputs and outputs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the inverse function of $f(x) = -3x + 1$?

    <p>$f^{-1}(x) = (-1/3)x + 1/3$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the graphs of a function and its inverse related?

    <p>They are mirrored along the line $y = x$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the domain and range of a function when finding its inverse?

    <p>The domain becomes the range, and the range becomes the domain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the example $f(x) = 2x - 3$, what is the y-intercept of the inverse function $f^{-1}(x)$?

    <p>(-3, 0)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition for a linear function to have a linear inverse?

    <p>The function must be bijective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the line $y = x$ in the context of functions and their inverses?

    <p>It is the symmetry axis along which the functions are mirrored</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $f(x) = ax + q$, what is the inverse function $f^{-1}(x)$?

    <p>$f^{-1}(x) = (x - q)/a$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the example $f(x) = 2x - 3$, what is the domain and range of the inverse function $f^{-1}(x)$?

    <p>Domain: $\mathbb{R}$, Range: $\mathbb{R}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the x-intercept of the inverse function $f^{-1}(x) = (x/2) + 1.5$ in the example given?

    <p>(0, 1.5)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of studying linear functions and their inverses?

    <p>It helps in understanding constant relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general formula for the inverse of a linear function $f(x) = ax + q$?

    <p>$f^{-1}(x) = \frac{x - q}{a}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of linear functions and their inverses, what transformation occurs between the original and the inverse with respect to intercepts?

    <p>X and Y intercepts switch positions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the graphs of a linear function and its inverse relate to each other geometrically?

    <p>They mirror each other across the line $y = x$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When considering the linearity of functions and their inverses, what condition must be satisfied for both to be true linear functions?

    <p>Being bijective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the line $y = x$ play in symbolizing the relationship between a linear function and its inverse?

    <p>It is the symmetry axis across which they reflect each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a linear function $f(x) = 2x - 3$, what are the domain and range values?

    <p>$\text{Domain: } \mathbb{R}, \text{ Range: } \mathbb{R}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significant change observed in the intercepts when transitioning from a linear function to its inverse?

    <p>$x$-intercept becomes the $y$-intercept of the inverse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the uniqueness of linear functions and their inverses?

    <p>$f(x)$ and $f^{-1}(x)$ are both linear under bijective conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When considering linear functions and their inverses, how does the slope 'a' impact their behavior with respect to linearity?

    <p>$a$ determines the steepness or inclination of the lines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In general, what happens to a function's domain and range when finding its inverse?

    <p>$\text{Domain} \longleftrightarrow \text{Range}$ interchange positions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the general form of a linear function?

    <p>y = ax + q</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the domain and range of linear functions is correct?

    <p>Both the domain and range extend over all real numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the slope 'a' in the linear function y = ax + q represent?

    <p>The angle and direction of the line's tilt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method can be used to construct the graph of a linear function by identifying two points?

    <p>Gradient-Intercept Approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If f(x) = 3x - 2, what is the inverse function f^(-1)(x)?

    <p>(x - 2)/3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of studying the inverses of linear functions?

    <p>To invert the operation of the function, swapping inputs and outputs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the slope of a linear function is zero, what can be inferred about the function?

    <p>The function is a constant function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about the graph of a linear function and its inverse is true?

    <p>The graphs of a function and its inverse are reflections of each other across the line y = x</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition for a linear function to have a linear inverse?

    <p>The slope 'a' must be non-zero</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the line y = x in the context of functions and their inverses?

    <p>It represents the line of reflection for a function and its inverse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic defines the relationship between a linear function and its inverse when graphed?

    <p>They reflect each other across the line y = x.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of linear functions and their inverses, what happens to the x and y intercepts when transitioning from a linear function to its inverse?

    <p>They switch positions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the symbolic significance of the line y = x in relation to linear functions and their inverses?

    <p>It acts as a mirroring axis for functions and their inverses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect ensures that both a linear function and its inverse maintain linearity?

    <p>Bijective property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key transformation occurs regarding domain and range when transitioning from a linear function to its inverse?

    <p>Both domain and range remain unchanged.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of intercepts, what change is observed when moving from a linear function to its inverse?

    <p>Intercepts switch positions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What geometric relationship is symbolized by a linear function and its inverse across the line y = x?

    <p>Reflection across a line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for linear functions and their inverses to maintain linearity?

    <p>To retain fundamental properties of linear functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the symmetry between a linear function and its inverse graphically?

    <p>They are mirrored across y = x.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $f(x) = 2x - 5$ and $g(x) = x/2 + 3$, which of the following statements is true?

    <p>$g(f(x)) = f(g(x)) = x$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $f(x) = ax + b$ is a linear function, and $f^{-1}(x)$ is its inverse, what is the value of $a$ if $f(f^{-1}(x)) = x$ for all $x$ in the domain?

    <p>$a = 1$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $f(x) = mx + c$ is a linear function and $f^{-1}(x)$ is its inverse, what is the relationship between the slopes of $f(x)$ and $f^{-1}(x)$?

    <p>The slopes are reciprocals of each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the graph of a linear function $f(x)$ passes through the points $(2, 5)$ and $(4, 9)$, what is the equation of its inverse function $f^{-1}(x)$?

    <p>$f^{-1}(x) = (x - 5)/2$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $f(x) = 3x - 2$ and $g(x) = (x + 2)/3$, which of the following statements is true?

    <p>Both $f(g(x)) = x$ and $g(f(x)) = x$ are true.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the graph of a linear function $f(x)$ passes through the points $(0, -3)$ and $(2, 1)$, what is the equation of its inverse function $f^{-1}(x)$?

    <p>$f^{-1}(x) = (x + 3)/2$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $f(x) = ax + b$ is a linear function and $f^{-1}(x)$ is its inverse, what is the relationship between the y-intercepts of $f(x)$ and $f^{-1}(x)$?

    <p>The y-intercepts are additive inverses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $f(x) = 2x - 1$ and $g(x) = x/2 + 1$, which of the following statements is true?

    <p>Both $f(g(x)) = x$ and $g(f(x)) = x$ are true.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the graph of a linear function $f(x)$ passes through the points $(1, 4)$ and $(3, 8)$, what is the equation of its inverse function $f^{-1}(x)$?

    <p>$f^{-1}(x) = (x - 4)/2$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $f(x) = ax + b$ is a linear function and $f^{-1}(x)$ is its inverse, what is the relationship between the slopes of $f(x)$ and $f^{-1}(x)$ if $f(x)$ is a horizontal line?

    <p>The slope of $f^{-1}(x)$ is undefined.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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