Functions, the compositions of f(g(x))

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In summary, a function is a mathematical relationship between an input and an output, with the input going through a specific operation to produce an output. The domain of a function is the set of possible input values, while the range is the set of possible output values. To determine if two functions are equal, you must check if they have the same domain, range, and rule. The composition of functions involves combining two functions to create a new function, with the output of the first function becoming the input of the second function. To evaluate a composition of functions, you must substitute the input of the first function into the second function, and then substitute the result into the first function, continuing the process until a final output is reached.
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Homework Statement



Suppose two functions f(x) and g(x) are both odd functions. Then, their composition f(g(x)) is;

Homework Equations



A. Always an odd function

B. Always an even function

C. Sometimes an even function, and sometimes an odd function

D. None of the above

The Attempt at a Solution



What numbers do I plug in? How do determine which are the odd functions?
 
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Hi CrossFit415! :smile:

CrossFit415 said:
What numbers do I plug in? How do determine which are the odd functions?

Just start "f(g(-x)) = … " :wink:
 

1. What is a function?

A function is a mathematical relationship between an input and an output. It takes an input, performs a specific operation, and produces an output.

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

The domain of a function is the set of all possible input values. The range is the set of all possible output values. In other words, the domain is the x-values and the range is the y-values.

3. How do you determine if two functions are equal?

To determine if two functions are equal, you must check if they have the same domain, range, and rule. The rule refers to the equation or set of instructions that the function follows to produce an output from an input.

4. What is the composition of functions?

The composition of functions is the process of combining two functions to create a new function. The output of the first function becomes the input of the second function, resulting in a new output.

5. How do you evaluate a composition of functions?

To evaluate a composition of functions, you must substitute the input of the first function into the second function, and then substitute the result into the first function. This process continues until you reach a final output.

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