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**Determining If a Function is Even or Odd**

**Problem Statement:**

Each function is either even or odd. Use \( f(-x) \) to state which situation applies.

Given Function:
\[ f(x) = x^4 - 8x^2 + 6 \]

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The function is [dropdown menu] because [dropdown menu].

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**Instructions:**

1. **Substitute** \( -x \) into the function to calculate \( f(-x) \).
2. **Compare** \( f(-x) \) with \( f(x) \):
   - If \( f(-x) = f(x) \), the function is **even**.
   - If \( f(-x) = -f(x) \), the function is **odd**.
   - If neither condition is met, the function is **neither** even nor odd.

Use this method to identify the nature of the function presented.
Transcribed Image Text:**Determining If a Function is Even or Odd** **Problem Statement:** Each function is either even or odd. Use \( f(-x) \) to state which situation applies. Given Function: \[ f(x) = x^4 - 8x^2 + 6 \] --- The function is [dropdown menu] because [dropdown menu]. --- **Instructions:** 1. **Substitute** \( -x \) into the function to calculate \( f(-x) \). 2. **Compare** \( f(-x) \) with \( f(x) \): - If \( f(-x) = f(x) \), the function is **even**. - If \( f(-x) = -f(x) \), the function is **odd**. - If neither condition is met, the function is **neither** even nor odd. Use this method to identify the nature of the function presented.
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