MHB What Does Function Composition Mean in Mathematics?

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Function composition in mathematics is represented by the operator $\circ$, where $(f \circ g)(x)$ means $f(g(x))$. This concept involves applying one function to the result of another function. Resources for studying function composition include educational websites and YouTube videos that explain the topic in detail. Understanding this concept is essential for exploring more complex mathematical functions. Function composition is a fundamental aspect of functional analysis and can be applied in various mathematical contexts.
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Hello,

I have been asked to to find the functions

$$f \omicron g$$

and

$$f \omicron f$$

and so on where f(x) and g(x) are both functions.

What does this mean and where can I find resources to study it (youtube videos etc.). I can't google because I don't know the proper terminology.

Thanks.

Tim
 
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tmt said:
Hello,

I have been asked to to find the functions

$$f \omicron g$$

and

$$f \omicron f$$

and so on where f(x) and g(x) are both functions.

What does this mean and where can I find resources to study it (youtube videos etc.). I can't google because I don't know the proper terminology.

Thanks.

Tim

Hi tmt!

It's the function composition operator.

$(f\circ g)(x)$ is defined as $f(g(x))$.
See the wiki page I referred to for examples.
 
tmt said:
I have been asked to to find the functions

$$f \omicron g$$

and

$$f \omicron f$$

and so on where f(x) and g(x) are both functions.

What does this mean and where can I find resources to study it (youtube videos etc.).
The composition symbol $\circ$ is used to denote a "function of a function". You can find a good simple introduction to it here.
 
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