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jmc

algebra senior

Problem

Suppose a function has domain and range . If we define a new function by then what is the range of ? Express your answer in interval notation.
Solution
First, note that and have the same range, because every value assumed by (at, say, ) is also assumed by (at ), and vice versa.

Since , its range is equal to the range of with all values increased by . Thus, the range of is .
Final answer
[-10,4]