Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Functions

Functions — practice question

The function $f$ is specified by $f(x) = \sqrt{x} - 1$ for $x > 1$.
(a)[1]

Find an expression for $f^{-1}(x)$.

(b)[2]

The diagram shows the curve $y = g(x)$, where $g(x) = \frac{1}{x^2 + 2}$ for $x \in \mathbb{R}$. State the range of $g$ and explain whether $g^{-1}$ exists.

(c)[4]

The function $h$ is defined by $h(x) = \frac{1}{x^2 + 2}$ for $x \geq 0$. Solve the equation $hf(x) = f\left(\frac{25}{16}\right)$. Give your answer in the form $a + b\sqrt{c}$, where $a$, $b$ and $c$ are integers.

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This 7-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Inverse function correctly given as $f^{-1}(x)=(x+1)^2$

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