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Definition

A relation is a set of ordered pairs, where each pair consists of an input value and an output value. Relations can represent any association between elements of two sets.

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5 Must Know Facts For Your Next Test

  1. A relation can be represented as a table, graph, or mapping diagram.
  2. The domain of a relation is the set of all possible input values.
  3. The range of a relation is the set of all possible output values.
  4. A function is a special type of relation where each input has exactly one output.
  5. Relations can be classified as functions or non-functions based on their mappings.

Review Questions

  • What distinguishes a function from a general relation?
  • How do you determine the domain and range of a given relation?
  • What are three ways to represent a relation?
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