Question

The function f(x) = 0.5x + 3 is used to estimate the number of pounds of potatoes a caterer plans to make depending on the number of people being served, x. The mathematical domain for the function is the set of real numbers.

Which statement describes the limitation for the reasonable domain compared to the mathematical domain?

The reasonable domain contains only positive real numbers.
The reasonable domain contains only positive whole numbers.
The reasonable domain contains only real numbers greater than 3.
The reasonable domain contains only rational numbers greater than 3.

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Answer 2

Answer:The reasonable domain contains only positive whole numbers.

Step-by-step explanation: Domain is x-values. X stands for the amount of people. The amount of people can't be negative. There also can't be half a person so it has to be whole numbers. There can be less than 3 people coming.