Math symbols on GRE POWERPREP software

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The discussion centers on unfamiliar math symbols encountered in GRE POWERPREP software, specifically a number in a square resembling a telephone key and a number with upside-down "L's" beside it. These symbols are used to define functions, with an example provided where f(x) equals 3 for odd integers and 6 for even integers. The user expresses confusion about this notation but realizes it relates to function substitution. The conversation highlights the challenge of interpreting non-standard mathematical symbols in GRE practice materials. Understanding these symbols is crucial for effectively tackling GRE questions involving functions.
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So far, I've encountered two symbols on the GRE practice tests which are unknown to me.

The first is a number in a square, like a telephone key

The second is a number with upside-down "L's" next to it

What do these mean?
 
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Can you scan them?
 
Here's the boxes problem. I have no idea what this means.
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The box is defining a function on its contents. It's equivalent to a function f,

f(x) = 3, if x is an odd integer; f(x) = 6, if x is an even integer.

So f(x) can take on the values 3 or 6 depending upon whether x is an odd or even integer.
 
Oh, I see, It's an f(x) --->f(r) and f(s) substitution thing. Jeez, I've never seen functions expressed that way before.
 
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