Calculating Inverse Functions: Example f(x)=2e^2x + 4

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The discussion focuses on calculating the inverse function of f(x) = 2e^(2x) + 4. To find the inverse, one must switch the roles of x and y, resulting in the equation x = 2e^(2y) + 4. Solving for y involves isolating the exponential term and applying logarithmic functions, ultimately leading to the expression for the inverse function.

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Could someone please explain to me how to work out the inverse function of a function?
Please use the format f(x)=2e^2x + 4 as an example, if possible.
thanks
 
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brandon26 said:
Could someone please explain to me how to work out the inverse function of a function?
Please use the format f(x)=2e^2x + 4 as an example, if possible.
thanks
Try switching the roles of x and y and solve for y again, where f(x) = y of course.
 

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