Manipulating Functions Algebraically and Evaluating Composite Functions
TLDRThe video introduces how to evaluate functions when plugging in algebraic terms rather than just numbers. It then explains how to perform operations with multiple functions, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, as well as discusses domain in division cases, and composite functions where the output of one function becomes the input of another. Lastly, various compositions of functions are described, like f(f(x)) and g(f(g(x))), along with squaring functions. Comprehension is then checked on working with these key function concepts.
Takeaways
- 😀 Functions can take algebraic terms as inputs, not just numbers
- 😉 We can add, subtract, multiply, and divide functions using algebra
- 🧐 The domain may change when dividing functions due to restrictions on the denominator
- 🤔 Composite functions involve nesting one function inside another function
- 😳 We can compose functions over and over to form long function chains
- 🔍 The order of nested functions impacts the end result
- 💡 Multiplying functions is not the same as composition or squaring
- 📝 Squaring a function means plugging the function into itself
- ✅ Understanding function manipulation builds comprehension
- 🌟 Practice with multiple functions and operations prepares for advanced concepts
Q & A
What do we do when we want to plug an algebraic term rather than a number into a function?
-We can plug in an algebraic term like X + 3 everywhere we see the variable X in the function. For example, for the function F(X) = 2X + 1, F(X + 3) would be 2(X + 3) + 1 = 2X + 6 + 1 = 2X + 7.
How can we add, subtract, multiply and divide functions?
-We can perform these operations by treating the functions as algebraic expressions and manipulating them using regular algebraic rules. For example, if F(X) = 2X + 1 and G(X) = X - 5, then F(X) + G(X) = (2X + 1) + (X - 5) = 3X - 4.
What is a composite function and how do we evaluate it?
-A composite function chains two functions together by using the output of one function as the input of another. We denote it as F(G(X)) and evaluate it by first substituting G(X) wherever we see X in F(X). For example, F(G(X)) would be F(X - 5) = 2(X - 5) + 1 = 2X - 9.
What is the difference between squaring a function and doing F(F(X))?
-Squaring a function takes the entire function and raises it to the power of 2. Doing F(F(X)) means we substitute the F(X) function into itself wherever we see X. So if F(X) = 2X + 1, then [F(X)]^2 = (2X + 1)^2 while F(F(X)) = F(2X + 1) = 2(2X + 1) + 1 = 4X + 3.
Will the domain of the functions change when we perform operations like addition and subtraction on them?
-No, the domains will remain unchanged when doing operations like addition, subtraction, and multiplication on two functions. The only time the domain can change is when we divide by a function - then we have to exclude any X values that would make the denominator equal to zero.
Can we perform operations with more than two functions?
-Yes, we can combine three or more functions together using the same rules. For example, if we had one more function H(X), we could evaluate something like F(X) + G(X) - H(X) by treating each function as an algebraic term and simplifying.
What is the difference between F(X) * G(X) and F(G(X))?
-F(X) * G(X) multiplies the two functions together. F(G(X)) is a composite function that substitutes G(X) into F(X) wherever X appears. The two expressions are evaluated differently using different rules.
Can we compose more than two functions, like G(F(H(X)))?
-Yes, we can compose three or more functions by nesting them. In G(F(H(X))), we would first substitute H(X) into F(X), then take the result and substitute it into G(X). The order of operations goes from the innermost function outward.
Will G(F(X)) give the same result as F(G(X))?
-No, in general G(F(X)) and F(G(X)) will give different results. The order we compose functions matters. Going from the innermost to the outermost function, the results will change depending on which function's output is used as the other's input.
Can all real numbers be used as inputs for composite functions?
-No, we have to pay attention to the domain at each step. For example, if F(X) is only defined for X > 0, then in G(F(X)), we can only use values of X that satisfy this domain requirement for F. The composite function will often end up with a more restricted domain.
Outlines
😀 Introducing Functions
This paragraph introduces the concept of functions, including how to evaluate functions by plugging in numbers or algebraic terms. It explains how to perform operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with multiple functions.
😀 Working with Composite Functions
This paragraph explains composite functions, where the output of one function G becomes the input of another function F. Examples are provided of different composite functions like FofG and GofF. Squaring functions and sequences with multiple functions are also discussed.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Function
💡Evaluate
💡Compose
💡Add/subtract/multiply/divide functions
💡Domain
💡FOIL method
💡Output
💡Input
💡Simplify
💡Algebraic term
Highlights
We can evaluate functions with algebraic terms plugged in, not just numbers.
To evaluate a function with an algebraic term, substitute the term everywhere we see the variable.
We can perform arithmetic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division on functions.
Adding functions means adding their outputs for each input value.
Subtracting functions gives the difference of their outputs for each input.
Multiplying functions multiplies their outputs for every input.
Dividing functions divides their outputs, with some domain restrictions.
Composite functions involve nesting one function inside another.
The order of nesting matters in composite functions.
We can compose functions repeatedly to form long chains.
Squaring a function is not the same as composing a function with itself.
Now that we can manipulate functions, we can build more complex models.
Functions allow us to abstract repeated processes into reusable tools.
Mastering functions unlocks the full potential of algebra and calculus.
Let's apply what we've learned to gain deeper insight into mathematical structures.
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