Page 2: Advanced Inverse Function Concepts
This page delves deeper into finding inverse functions for more complex equations and explores their graphical representations.
The page begins with an example of finding the inverse of fx = √3x+1, demonstrating the step-by-step algebraic process.
Another example shows how to find the inverse of gx = x−3 / x+2, which involves more complex algebraic manipulation.
Highlight: A function only has an inverse if it is a one-to-one function, meaning for every input there is exactly one output.
The page concludes with a discussion on graphing inverse functions:
Definition: To find the graph of y = f^−1x, reflect the graph of y = fx in the diagonal line y = x.
A visual representation is provided to illustrate this concept, showing the original function and its inverse reflected across the line y = x.
Example: The graph shows how the original function and its inverse are symmetrical about the line y = x.
This comprehensive guide provides students with a solid foundation in understanding and working with inverse functions in higher mathematics.