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Composition of Functions

By: Vonn Kendrick C. Pedrena

Composition of Functions: A Comprehensive Overview

Introduction

In the realm of discrete mathematics, functions are fundamental building


blocks. A function, in essence, is a rule that assigns to each input value
exactly one output value. Composition of functions is a powerful concept that
allows us to combine two or more functions to create new ones. This
research delves into the basic operations of functions, their graphical
representation, the process of determining inverse functions, and provides
illustrative examples to solidify understanding.

Basic Operations of Functions

Functions can be subjected to various operations, including:

1. Addition:

o (f + g)(x) = f(x) + g(x)

2. Subtraction:

o (f - g)(x) = f(x) - g(x)

3. Multiplication:

o (f * g)(x) = f(x) * g(x)

4. Division:

o (f / g)(x) = f(x) / g(x), where g(x) ≠ 0

Graphical Representation of Functions

Functions can be visually represented as graphs. A common method is the


Cartesian coordinate system, where the input values (domain) are plotted on
the x-axis, and the corresponding output values (range) are plotted on the y-
axis. The graph of a function is a set of points (x, f(x)) that satisfy the
function's rule.

Inverse Functions
An inverse function, denoted as f^(-1)(x), is a function that "undoes" the
action of the original function f(x). In other words, if f(a) = b, then f^(-1)(b) =
a. For a function to have an inverse, it must be one-to-one, meaning that
each input value corresponds to a unique output value.

Example Problems and Solutions

Example 1: Basic Operations

Given f(x) = 2x + 1 and g(x) = x^2 - 3, find:

1. (f + g)(x)

2. (f - g)(x)

3. (f * g)(x)

4. (f / g)(x)

Solution:

1. (f + g)(x) = (2x + 1) + (x^2 - 3) = x^2 + 2x - 2

2. (f - g)(x) = (2x + 1) - (x^2 - 3) = -x^2 + 2x + 4

3. (f * g)(x) = (2x + 1)(x^2 - 3) = 2x^3 - 5x - 3

4. (f / g)(x) = (2x + 1) / (x^2 - 3), where x ≠ ±√3

Example 2: Graphical Representation

Graph the function f(x) = x^2 - 2.

Solution:

Example 3: Inverse Functions


Find the inverse of the function f(x) = 3x - 2.

Solution:

1. Replace f(x) with y: y = 3x - 2

2. Swap x and y: x = 3y - 2

3. Solve for y: y = (x + 2) / 3

4. Replace y with f^(-1)(x): f^(-1)(x) = (x + 2) / 3

Conclusion

Composition of functions is a valuable tool in mathematics, enabling us to


analyze complex relationships between variables. By understanding the
basic operations, graphical representations, and inverse functions, we can
effectively apply this concept to various problem-solving scenarios.

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