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Old Jun 12, 2007, 07:19 AM
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Functions again.

I know now how to solve for f(x), but I am really confused when you have f(g(x). for example, I answered the first part, but am unsure of where to go for the next one. The problem reads like this,

f(x)=2x-3 and g(x)=x+1

now where I am confused is when the problem asks for something like this,
f(g(4) I know, or at least I think I know that you plug the four in where the x is, but how do I set it up to make it look right. I guess what is confusing me is the g.

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Old Jun 12, 2007, 07:38 AM   #2  
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ok sub 4 into g(x) and you get = g(4)

then sub that answer into f(x) where g(4)=x understand ?
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(with numbers)

let x=4

g(x)=4+1=5

sub into f(x)

f(g(4))=(2*5)-3=7

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Melzy11 agrees: Because while I understood the last explanation, I went to try it, and I couldn't figure it out, so I guess I didn't understand it really. But I think I have the concept now. Thank you to both who replied and helped me.
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I thought I answered this before?
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Yes here: http://www.askmehelpdesk.com/mathema...ons-99350.html

You asked the same question a week ago, and you agreed with my answer!!!

What are you finding confusing?

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Melzy, if you don't understand, don't repost the question, instead you can reply in the same thread and ask for clarification
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