How Do You Calculate f(3) for the Function f(x)?

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The function f(x) is defined as f(x) = (1/x) for x > 3 and f(x) = (2x) for x ≤ 3. To calculate f(3), the condition x ≤ 3 applies, thus f(3) = 2 * 3 = 6. This conclusion is reached by evaluating the function based on the specified conditions for the input value of 3.

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Hi I need help!
Find f(3)
f(x) = (1/x, x > 3 ; 2x, x < or equal to 3)
How can i solve this problem?
 
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Follow the instructions!

You are given two conditions: "x> 3" and "x< or equal to 3". Which of those does "3" satisfy?

Now do the calculation corresponding to that condition:

If "x> 3" then f(x)= 1/x.

If "x< or equal to 3" then f(x)= 2x.
 

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