Functions using mathematical jargon?

In summary, to post functions using mathematical jargon, you will need to use mathematical LaTeX packages on the server side. To do this on your personal computer, you can install a TeX typesetting system such as MiKTeX, which is recommended for beginners. You will also need an editor, such as WinEdt, to create a text file with the LaTeX code and save it as a .tex file. For more information, you can refer to the FAQ for MiKTeX and a useful introduction to LaTeX codes.
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This might be a stupid question, but how do you guys post up your functions using mathematical jargon? Do you have to download a program or get a certain type of keyboard for all the different symbols? I would like to be able to do it for school purposes especially.
 
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It is done using mathematical LaTeX packages on the server side, and this implementation is covered here.
You can produce LaTeX documents on your personal computer by installing a TeX typesetting system. MiKTeX is recommended for beginners. Read the manual.
 
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Sweet. Thanks alot
 
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This is for Windows:
http://www.miktex.org/setup.html
This is the FAQ to Miktex: http://www.miktex.org/faq/
read especially: http://www.miktex.org/faq/basics.html
In addition, you will need an editor, like this one:
http://www.winedt.com/
Create a textfile, write a latex code into the textfile (for example formulas) and save it as "document.tex".
The ending ".tex" tells the text editor (for example WinEdt) that it is a Latex file.
Nice introduction to Latex codes:
http://www.maths.tcd.ie/~dwilkins/LaTeXPrimer/
 
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1. What is a function?

A function is a mathematical concept that describes a relationship between two or more variables. It takes an input value and produces a unique output value.

2. What is a domain and range of a function?

The domain of a function is the set of all possible input values for which the function is defined. The range of a function is the set of all possible output values that the function can produce.

3. What is the difference between a function and an equation?

A function is a relationship between variables, while an equation is a statement that shows the equality of two expressions. In other words, a function describes a process, while an equation is a representation of that process.

4. What is the difference between a linear and a nonlinear function?

A linear function is a function that has a constant rate of change and produces a straight line when graphed. A nonlinear function does not have a constant rate of change and produces a curved line when graphed.

5. How do you determine the slope of a function?

The slope of a function is a measure of its steepness and is calculated by dividing the change in the output value by the change in the input value. It can also be found by using the formula (y2 - y1)/(x2 - x1), where (x1, y1) and (x2, y2) are any two points on the graph of the function.

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