Question

Given the exponential function (3)^x" alt="f(x) = 9(3)^x" align="absmiddle" class="latex-formula">, what is the value of f(x) when x =-1

Answer 1

Answer:

f(-1) = 3

General Formulas and Concepts;

Pre-Alg

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

f(x) = 9(3)ˣ

x = -1

Step 2: Solve

1. Substitute:                    f(-1) = 9(3)⁻¹
2. Evaluate:                       f(-1) = 9(1/3)
3. Multiply:                        f(-1) = 9/3
4. Divide:                           f(-1) = 3