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Functions

Solve the question of Functions and select the option from the choices A through D/E. Check your Answer and view the explanation.

Question: 1

If f(x) = x2 – 5 for all values x and f(a) = 4, what is one possible value of a?
  • 14
  • 8
  • 3
  • 1
  • 11

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Correct Answer: C

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Using the defined function, f(a) will produce the same result when substituted for x:

f(a) = a2 – 5

Setting this equal to 4, you can solve for a:

a2 – 5 = 4

a2 = 9

a = –3 or 3