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what is the smallest x-value in this function? \\y = \\sqrt{x - 5} - 3\…

Question

what is the smallest x-value in this function?

\\y = \sqrt{x - 5} - 3\\

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Explanation:

Set up the radicand inequality

Using the Radicand Inequality and Domain of Radical Functions knowledge points

$$ x - 5 \ge 0 $$

Solve for the minimum x-value

Using the Domain of Radical Functions knowledge point

$$ x \ge 5 $$

Determine the corresponding y-value

Using the Domain of Radical Functions knowledge point

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Answer:

What is the smallest x-value in this function?
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