Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Functions

Functions — practice question

The function $f$ is given by $f(x) = 2 - \frac{5}{x + 2}$, with $x > -2$.
(a)[1]

State the range for $f$.

(b)[4]

Obtain an expression for $f^{-1}(x)$, then state the domain of $f^{-1}$.

(c)[3]

The function $g$ is defined by $g(x) = x + 3$ for $x > 0$. Obtain an expression for $fg(x)$, and give your answer in the form $\frac{ax + b}{cx + d}$, where $a$, $b$, $c$ and $d$ are integers.

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This 8-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: State the range as $|y|<2$.

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