Definition of a Function

A function is a relationship that relates an input (ex. x) to an output (ex. y).

Classifying Functions

types of functions

Definitions:

  • Independent Variable - Associated with the domain of a function. Ex. x
  • Dependent Variable - Associated with the range of a function. Ex. f(x)

Functions of Multiple Variables

A function of multiple variables is any function that accepts multiple inputs, generally in the following form:

Some examples of functions of multiple variables include:

Function in 2D Space

A function that deals with only two variables. The result is in the 2D plane. Ex. y=x

x=y on graph

Function in 3D Space

A function that deals with three variables. The result is in 3D space. Ex. x + y + z = 0

x+y+z=0 on 3d graph