Solving for the Inverse of a Rational Function

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In summary, the conversation discusses finding the inverse of a function, specifically f(x) = 1/(x+1) - 2/9. The individual provides a transformation using f(x)=y and advises to solve for y carefully to find the inverse. They also mention some technical difficulties with the formatting of the function. In the end, the individual expresses gratitude for the help and confirms they have successfully found the inverse.
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f(x) = 1/(x+1) - 2/9

just wondering what's f-1 (y) will be

ill have a go at it now thx
 
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Well, what have you tried so far?
 
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You have some text-form expression difficulties. You seem to want to find the inverse of
f(x) = [tex]\frac{1}{x+1}[/tex] - [tex]\frac{2}{9}[/tex]
In which you may create the transformation using f(x)=y of
x = [tex]\frac{1}{y+1}[/tex] - [tex]\frac{2}{9}[/tex]

Solve for y which will really be your inverse of the original function. Watch your algebra steps carefully, and then try checking your result again.

That looks very bad when I view the forum result; the 'tex' tagged portions look blackened and are not readable or legible. Is this just me here, or does it look that way for everybody?
 
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wow thank you very much i got it now :)
 
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FAQ: Solving for the Inverse of a Rational Function

What does "Solve for f-1(y): 1/(y+2/9)-1" mean?

This expression means to find the inverse function of f, where the output (y) is given and the input (x) is to be determined. In this case, the function is 1/(y+2/9)-1.

How do I solve for f-1(y): 1/(y+2/9)-1?

To solve for f-1(y), we need to isolate y on one side of the equation. First, we can multiply both sides by (y+2/9) to get 1-y-2/9 = x. Then, we can combine like terms and rearrange to get f-1(y) = -y-7/9.

What is the inverse function of "1/(y+2/9)-1"?

The inverse function of 1/(y+2/9)-1 is -y-7/9.

How do I graph the inverse function of "1/(y+2/9)-1"?

To graph the inverse function, we can plot points by choosing values for y and solving for x using the inverse function. Then, we can connect the points to create a graph. Alternatively, we can also swap the x and y values of the original function and graph it, which will result in the same graph as the inverse function.

Why is finding inverse functions important in science?

Finding inverse functions is important in science because it allows us to solve for unknown inputs when we know the output. This can be useful in many scientific fields, such as physics, chemistry, and biology, as it helps us understand the relationships between variables and make predictions based on data.

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