Identifying Functions Worksheets

Connect functions with inputs, outputs, equations, slopes and coordinate graphs.

Before you begin

Read ordered pairs and solve linear equations using signed arithmetic.

Worked example

Does the relation {(-2, 1), (-1, 3), (0, 4)} define y as a function of x? Explain.

  1. Look for an input paired with more than one different output.
  2. Repeated outputs are allowed; conflicting outputs for one input are not.

Answer: Yes; each input has exactly one output.

Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.

Choose your level

These sets use the same exercise types and number ranges across level labels. Choose a fresh set for additional practice.

  • Easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.
  • Medium: Practice the same exercise types with a fresh numbered set.
  • Hard: Use another set to practice explaining and checking your answers.

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Try six questions below, or choose a full set at your level.

1
Does the relation {(0, -1), (1, 1), (2, 2)} define y as a function of x? Explain.
2
Does the relation {(-1, -2), (0, 0), (-1, 1)} define y as a function of x? Explain.
3
Does the relation {(-4, 0), (-3, 2), (-2, 3)} define y as a function of x? Explain.
4
Does the relation {(-1, -1), (0, 1), (-1, 2)} define y as a function of x? Explain.
5
Does the relation {(-2, 2), (-1, 4), (0, 5)} define y as a function of x? Explain.
6
Does the relation {(-2, 2), (-1, 4), (-2, 5)} define y as a function of x? Explain.

Answer Key

1. Yes; each input has exactly one output.2. No; input -1 has two different outputs.3. Yes; each input has exactly one output.4. No; input -1 has two different outputs.5. Yes; each input has exactly one output.6. No; input -2 has two different outputs.

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