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OpenStudy (anonymous):

determine whether the equation represents y as a function of x : y-4x^2=8

OpenStudy (mathstudent55):

y - 4x^2 = 8 y = 4x^2 + 8 This is a parabola that opens upwards. Can you tell from this much info whether it is a function?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

it is bc it passes the vertical like test if it is a parabola right?

OpenStudy (mathstudent55):

Great. You got it!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

thanks so much

OpenStudy (mathstudent55):

you're very welcome

OpenStudy (anonymous):

if zero is in the denominator its undefined right?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

the answer is bob-bob-bob

OpenStudy (anonymous):

are you kidding me dude

OpenStudy (anonymous):

=D

OpenStudy (mathstudent55):

Yes, zero in the denominator is undefined.

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