Functions Modeling Change: A Preparation for Calculus, 5th Edition

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Chapter 2 - Functions - 2.1 Input and Output - Exercises and Problems for Section 2.1 - Exercises and Problems - Page 77: 41

Answer

$ f(1-a)=a-a^2 $

Work Step by Step

Evaluate the function at $x=a$, in $f(x)=\frac{a x}{a+x}$. $$ f(1-a)=\frac{a(1-a)}{a+(1-a)}=a(1-a)=a-a^2 $$
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