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    Jun 9, 2011, 08:25 AM
    composite functions solving?
    If two functions f(x) = 2x2 + 3 and g(x) = x + 1.

    Which one do I solve first to find f(g[2])
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    Jun 9, 2011, 09:38 AM

    Start from the inside of the parantheses and work outward. So first find g(2). Then use that value as 'x' in f(x).
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