Algebra Inverse Function Problem

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Homework Statement


f(x)=(x-3)^2 -1 for x ≥3


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I am having difficulty grasping the concept of changing the greater than or equal to part of the equation above to it's inverse form. If for x it says x≥3 then how would that statement be relevant to finding the inverse of the function. In other words, I need clarification as to how that specific aspect of the equation changes in inverse form.
 
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Well, what does the condition x≥3 mean for the equation f(x)=(x-3)^2 -1 ?
 
That the domain is limited and does not include all real numbers for the function. I guess it sets a domain limit?