preimage
Chinese equivalent: 原像
preimage The element (or set of elements) in the domain that maps to a given element in the range.
Syllabus path: Functions › Concepts and Properties of Functions › Range of a Function
CSCA Exam Prep
This term is aligned to the CSCA undergraduate admissions exam syllabus. Continue with the linked tutorial and topic practice.
Practice related questions (13) · Start mock exam · Sign up — AI explanations · Membership plans
CSCA Mathematics Exam Glossary
Definition
preimage The element (or set of elements) in the domain that maps to a given element in the range.
Related tutorial and examples
Range of a Function
Range of a Function 1. Concept The range of a function y = f(x) is the set of all possible output values y corresponding to the input values x in the domain D. It is denoted as R f = f(x) | x ∈ D. Intuitive Understanding: If you project the graph of a function horizontally onto t…
Plan your next CSCA study step
Use this topic in a focused practice set, then connect it to the exam requirements and timed papers.