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Ch. 2 - Graphs and Functions
Lial - College Algebra 13th Edition
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3장, 문제 57

Determine whether each function is even, odd, or neither. ƒ(x)=-x3+2x

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Recall the definitions: A function \( f(x) \) is even if \( f(-x) = f(x) \) for all \( x \), and it is odd if \( f(-x) = -f(x) \) for all \( x \). If neither condition holds, the function is neither even nor odd.
Given the function \( f(x) = -x^{3} + 2x \), find \( f(-x) \) by substituting \( -x \) into the function:
\[ f(-x) = -(-x)^{3} + 2(-x) \]
Simplify the expression for \( f(-x) \) by evaluating the powers and multiplying:
\[ f(-x) = -(-x^{3}) - 2x = x^{3} - 2x \]
Compare \( f(-x) \) with \( f(x) \) and \( -f(x) \) to determine if the function is even, odd, or neither:

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Even and Odd Functions

An even function satisfies f(-x) = f(x) for all x in its domain, meaning its graph is symmetric about the y-axis. An odd function satisfies f(-x) = -f(x), indicating symmetry about the origin. Functions that do not meet either condition are neither even nor odd.
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Function Evaluation and Substitution

To determine if a function is even or odd, substitute -x into the function in place of x and simplify. Comparing the result to the original function f(x) helps identify symmetry properties. This process is essential for analyzing the function's behavior.
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Polynomial Functions and Their Symmetry

Polynomial functions can be classified by the parity of their terms: even powers contribute to even symmetry, odd powers to odd symmetry. For example, x³ is an odd function term, while x² is even. Understanding this helps predict the overall function's symmetry.
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