MathsYears 10–11Algebra

Functions and function notation

Interpret, compose and find inverses of functions using f(x) notation (Higher)

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    A function is like a machine that takes an input, does something to it, and gives you an output. 🏭

  2. 2

    If a function machine adds 5, what comes out when you put in 3?

  3. 3

    Let's try a function written as f(x) = 2x + 1. We'll find f(3).

  4. 4

    Try this function machine: f(x) = 3x - 2. What is f(4)?

  5. 5

    For the function f(x) = 5x, what is f(2)?

  6. 6

    Match the input to the output for f(x) = x² + 1.

  7. 7

    If f(x) = 10 - x, what is f(3)?

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