Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Functions

Functions — practice question

The function $f$ is specified by $f : x \mapsto 3 - 2\tan\left(\frac{1}{2}x\right)$ for $0 \leq x < \pi$.
(a)[1]

State the possible values of $f$.

(b)[1]

State the exact value for $f\left(\frac{2}{3}\pi\right)$.

(c)[2]

Sketch the curve $y = f(x)$.

(d)[3]

Obtain an expression for $f^{-1}(x)$ in terms of $x$.

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