Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Functions

Functions — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Find $x$ for which $f(x)=-5$.

(a(ii))[2]

Find the inverse function $f^{-1}(x)$.

(b(i))[3]

Write $g(x)$ as $b-(a+x)^2$.

(b(ii))[3]

Sketch the graph of $y=g(x)$. On the sketch, include the coordinates of the turning point.

(b(iii))[6]

Find the equation of the tangent line to the graph of $y=18-3x-x^2$ at $x=4$. Give your answer in the form $y=mx+c$.

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This 16-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: So $3-5x=-5\Rightarrow x=1.6$

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