function evaluation

Practise function evaluation with an original VectorPaths question, worked explanation and related VCE Methods practice.

1 practice marks

Original practice question

Let $p(x) = 3x^3 - 3$. Find $p(1)$.

Worked explanation

• Substitute x = 1 into f(x)

  \[f(1) = 3(1)^3 - 3\]

• Calculate the result

  \[f(1) = 0\]

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Original VectorPaths practice; not an official VCAA question or marking rubric.