What is the inverse of the function ƒ(x) = ex?

  • Thread starter Thread starter livestrong136
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    Function Inverse
Click For Summary

Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around finding the inverse of the function ƒ(x) = e^x and evaluating a limit involving the expression (e^(x+h) - e^x)/h. Participants are exploring concepts related to exponential functions and limits.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to identify the inverse of the function and questions whether it is zero. Some participants question the validity of this assumption and clarify that no function can have the zero function as its inverse. Additionally, there is inquiry into the limit expression and the variables involved.

Discussion Status

Participants are actively engaging with the questions posed, with some providing guidance on the rules of the forum regarding homework help. There is a clear emphasis on not providing direct answers, which has led to further exploration of the concepts involved.

Contextual Notes

There is a mention of homework rules that discourage providing direct answers, which may influence the nature of the responses and the overall discussion dynamics.

livestrong136
Messages
25
Reaction score
0
2 very quick questions?? help needed asap

1. What is the inverse of the function ƒ(x) = ex?

I think its 0? what do you guys think.

2. What is the lim (e^(x+h) - e^x)/h

This one i tried and got a really weird answer can someone just give me just the answer??
 
Physics news on Phys.org


livestrong136 said:
can someone just give me just the answer??

No..
 


livestrong136 said:
1. What is the inverse of the function ƒ(x) = ex?

I think its 0? what do you guys think.
There is no function whose inverse is the zero function. Also, is the formula f(x) = ex or f(x) = ex? Your second question makes me think it might be the latter.
livestrong136 said:
2. What is the lim (e^(x+h) - e^x)/h

This one i tried and got a really weird answer can someone just give me just the answer??
As micromass already said, no we won't just give you the answer - this goes against the rules. To see the rules, click the Rules button near the top of the window and look at the section titled "Homework Help."
 

Similar threads

  • · Replies 7 ·
Replies
7
Views
2K
  • · Replies 15 ·
Replies
15
Views
2K
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
2K
  • · Replies 11 ·
Replies
11
Views
3K
Replies
8
Views
5K
  • · Replies 9 ·
Replies
9
Views
2K
  • · Replies 6 ·
Replies
6
Views
2K
  • · Replies 3 ·
Replies
3
Views
1K
Replies
7
Views
2K
  • · Replies 14 ·
Replies
14
Views
3K