G R A D E 8 M AT H E M AT I C S

Content Standard:
The learner demonstrates key concepts of linear inequalities in two
variables, systems of linear inequalities in two variables and linear
functions.
Performance Standard:

The learner is able to formulate and solve accurately real-life

problems involving linear inequalities in two variables, systems of
linear inequalities in two variables, and linear functions.

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 :Domain and Range of a Function

Grade 8
 Learning Objective:

1. Finds the Domain and Range of a Function

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 Review:

The domain of the function is the set of all permissible

values of x that give real values for y. Similarly, the
range of the function is the set of permissible values for
y or f(x) that give the values of x real numbers.

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 Let’s sing a song! 

THE DOMAIN RANGE FUNCTION SONG

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function

Grade 8
 Concepts:

Based on the song, the domain is the set of first

coordinates while the range is the set of second
coordinates.

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 Can you give the domain and the range if the
graph of the function is known? Try this one.

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 Solutions:
In (a), arrow heads indicate that the graph of the function extends in
both directions. It extends to the left and right without bound; thus,
the domain D of the function is the set of real numbers. Similarly, it
extends upward and downward without bound; thus, the range R of
function is the set of all real numbers. In symbols,

D= 𝑥 𝑥 ∈ ℝ R= 𝑦 𝑦 ∈ ℝ

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 Solutions:
In (b), arrow heads indicate that the graph of the function is extended to the
left and right without bound, and downward, but not upward, without
bound. Thus, the domain of the function is the set of real numbers, while
the range is any real number less than or equal to 0. That is,

D= 𝑥 𝑥 ∈ ℝ R= 𝑦 𝑦 ≤ 0

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 You have tried identifying the domain and the range of the graph of
the function. What about if you are asked to find the domain
of thefunction itself without its graph.Try this one!

Illustrative Example

Determine the domain of each function below. Check the solution using a
calculator.
𝑥+1
1. 𝑓 𝑥 = 3𝑥 4. 𝑓 𝑥 =
𝑥
2. 𝑓 𝑥 = 𝑥 2

3. 𝑓 𝑥 = 𝑥 − 2
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 Solutions:
1. In f(x) = 3x, there is no value of x that makes the function f undefined.
Thus, the domain of f(x) = 3x is the set of real numbers or {x|x ∈ ℜ}.
2. In f(x) = x2, there is no value of x that makes the function f undefined.
Thus, the domain of f(x) = x2 is the set of real numbers or {x|x ∈ ℜ}.
3. In 𝑓 𝑥 = 𝑥 − 2, the domain of the function is the set of values of x
that will not make 𝑥 − 2 an imaginary number. Examples of these
values of x are 2, 2.1, 3, 3.74, 4, 5, and so on. However, x = 1 cannot be
because it can give the value of the function
1 − 2 = −1
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 Solutions:
which is an imaginary number where the calculator yields an Error or a Math
Error. The numbers between 1 and 2 neither work. Thus, the domain of the
function is x is greater than or equal to 2, or {x|x ≥ 2}. To get a real number,
the radicand must be greater than or equal to 0. That is, x – 2 ≥ 0 which
gives x ≥ 2 if simplified.
𝑥+1
4. In f(x) = , the domain of the function is the set of values of x that will
𝑥
𝑥+1
not make undefined. The value x = 0 will make the expression undefined.
𝑥
Thus, x = 0 is not part of the domain.
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 Solutions:
The domain, therefore, of the function is the set of real numbers except 0,
or {x|x ∈ ℜ, x ≠ 0}. To find easily the domain of the function, the
denominator must not be equal to zero, or x ≠ 0.

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 Let’s wrap it up…

How do you solve for the domain and

range of function through a) graph? b)
equation?

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 To look for the domain and range of a graph, careful study and
analysis must be needed. You must know how to identify
asymptotes which is not part of the domain. Similarly with the
domain of a function, it is a must to look for the values of x that
would make the equation undefined. And that value would be the
exemption.

L.C. M8AL-Ic-1:Illustrating Rational Algebraic Expressions Grade 8

 Test yourself!
Determine the domain and the range of the functions below.

L.C. M8AL-Ic-1:Illustrating Rational Algebraic Expressions Grade 8

 Test yourself!
B. Determine the domain and the range of the functions below.
3𝑥+4
1. 𝑔 𝑥 = 5𝑥 + 1 6. 𝑔 𝑥 = 𝑥−1
2. 𝑔 𝑥 = 𝑥 − 7 7. 𝑔 𝑥 = 𝑥−8
3𝑥
3. 𝑔 𝑥 = 𝑥 8. 𝑔 𝑥 =
𝑥+6
4. 𝑔 𝑥 = 𝑥 + 1 9. 𝑔 𝑥 = 2𝑥 − 4
𝑥+4 𝑥+4
5. 𝑔 𝑥 = 𝑥−2 10. 𝑔 𝑥 =
3𝑥−5

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 HAPPY TO LEARN!!!

I MATH!!!

L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 References:
Grade 8 Learners Guide, p. 156-161
Work text written by Mrs. Teresa P. Resngit
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L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the Domain and Range of a Function Grade 8

 Key Answers to Application Exercises:
A. Determine the domain and range of the function
below.
1. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥𝜖ℝ , 𝑅 = 𝑦 𝑦 ≥ 0
2. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥𝜖ℝ , 𝑅 = 𝑦 𝑦 = 5
3. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥𝜖ℝ , 𝑅 = 𝑦 −2.75 ≤ 𝑦 ≤ 2.5
4. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥𝜖ℝ , 𝑅 = 𝑦 𝑦 ≥ 0
5. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥 ≥ 0 , 𝑅 = 𝑦 𝑦 ≥ 0
6. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥𝜖ℝ , 𝑅 = 𝑦 𝑦 ≥ −2
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M8AL-Ic-1:Illustrating DomainAlgebraic
Rational and Range of a Function
Expressions Grade 8
 Key Answers to Application Exercises:
B. Find the domain of each function.

1. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥𝜖ℝ 6. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥 ≠ 1
2. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥𝜖ℝ 7. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥 ≥ 8
3. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥≥0 8. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥 ≥ −6
4. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥 ≥ −1 9. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥 ≥ 2
5
5. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥≠2 10. 𝐷 = 𝑥 𝑥 ≥
3
L.C. M8AL-IId-1 : Finding the
M8AL-Ic-1:Illustrating DomainAlgebraic
Rational and Range of a Function
Expressions Grade 8