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5.2 Lesson
Remember
An independent
variable represents
a quantity that can
change freely. A
dependent variable
depends on the
independent variable.
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A function rule is an equation that describes the relationship between
inputs (independent variable) and outputs (dependent variable).
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Input
Function Rule:
Y=3x
Output
a.
b.
Write a function rule for "The output is five less than the input."
Words The output is five less than the input:
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Equation
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A function rule is y ¯ x 5.
Write a function rule for "The output is the square of the input."
Words Théoutptii is the square of the input;
Equation
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A function rule is y ¯ x .
Evaluating aFunction
What is the value of y = 2x + 5 when x = 3?
2(3) + 5
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When x ¯ 3,y¯ 11.
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Write the equation.
Substitute 3 for x.
Simplify.
1. Write a function rule for "The output is one-fourth of the input.'
Find the value of y when x = 5.
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4. y 3x
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