Introduction to Functions
Defining functions, identifying domain and range, and distinguishing functions from relations.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between a relation and a function using various representations.
- Explain how to determine the domain and range of a function from a graph or equation.
- Justify the importance of the vertical line test in identifying functions.
Common Core State Standards
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