8th Grade · Functions

Input

8.F.A.1

Definition

The value supplied to a function, usually the x-value or independent variable. It is the number placed into the function rule.

Examples

  • In f(4), the 4 is the input.
  • In a table, the x-column holds the inputs.

Key rule

The input is the value you choose and feed into the function.

Memory hook

What you put in — the x-value.