How Do You Solve a Word Problem Using a Function?

How Do You Solve a Word Problem Using a Function?

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Word problems are a great way to see math in action! This word problem deals with calculating profit after a certain number of years. See how to use a function from the word problem to solve!

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  • function
  • evaluate function
  • plug in
  • find value
  • plug in value
  • f(x)
  • polynomial
  • quadratic

Background Tutorials

  • Understand that a function is a rule that assigns to each input exactly one output. The graph of a function is the set of ordered pairs consisting of an input and the corresponding output.

      • What's a Function?What's a Function?

      What's a Function?

      You can't go through algebra without learning about functions. This tutorial shows you a great approach to thinking about functions! Learn the definition of a function and see the different ways functions can be represented. Take a look!

  • Understand that a function from one set (called the domain) to another set (called the range) assigns to each element of the domain exactly one element of the range. If f is a function and x is an element of its domain, then f(x) denotes the output of f corresponding to the input x. The graph of f is the graph of the equation y = f(x).

      • What is Function Notation?What is Function Notation?

      What is Function Notation?

      Every see 'f(x)' in your math? That's function notation! It's a way to indicate that an equation is a function. Learn about function notation by watching this tutorial.

Further Exploration

  • Use function notation, evaluate functions for inputs in their domains, and interpret statements that use function notation in terms of a context.