answersLogoWhite

0

No.

In general, a function f (from set A to set B) has an inverse if, for any elements a and b in A [f(a) and f(b) in B],

f(a) = f(b) imples that a = b.

Strictly speaking then, y = x2 does not have an inverse because each value of x2 (except 0) maps on to 2 distinct values of y. This does not accord with the definition of a function.

For example, f(-2) = f(2) = 4

but -2 is not 2 so sqrt is technically NOT a function.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

TaigaTaiga
Every great hero faces trials, and you—yes, YOU—are no exception!
Chat with Taiga
BeauBeau
You're doing better than you think!
Chat with Beau
EzraEzra
Faith is not about having all the answers, but learning to ask the right questions.
Chat with Ezra

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Do all functions have inverses If no which ones do?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp