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Inverse Functions: What Our Teachers Didn't Tell Us
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Wilson, Frank C.; Adamson, Scott; Cox, Trey; O'Bryan, Alan – Mathematics Teacher, 2011
The mathematical topic of inverse functions is an important element of algebra courses at the high school and college levels. The inverse function concept is best understood by students when it is presented in a familiar, real-world context. In this article, the authors discuss some misconceptions about inverse functions and suggest some…
Descriptors: Misconceptions, Mathematics Instruction, Educational Strategies, Teaching Methods