Algebra 1 · Functions & Sequences

Evaluate a Function

Algebra 1 · Functions & Sequences

Definition

To evaluate a function is to substitute an input value into a function and compute the output.

Examples

  • If f(x) = 2x + 1, then f(3) = 7.
  • If g(x) = x^2, then g(4) = 16.

Key rule

Replace x with the input, then simplify.

Memory hook

Evaluate = plug in the number and work it out.