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Let \( f: [0, 3] \to A \) be defined by \( f(x) = 2x^3 - 15x^2 + 36x + 7 \) and \( g: [0, \infty) \to B \) be defined by \( g(x) = \frac{x{x^{2025} + 1}. \) If both functions are onto and \( S = \{ x \in \mathbb{Z} : x \in A { or } x \in B \} \), then \( n(S) \) is equal to:}

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When dealing with ranges and functions, always consider the behavior of the function and its derivative to understand its range.
Updated On: Mar 17, 2025
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Identify the Range of \( f(x) \)

We are given that \( f(x) \) is onto, meaning its range is \( A \).
The derivative of \( f(x) \) is: \[ f'(x) = 6x^2 - 30x + 36 \] Factoring the expression: \[ f'(x) = 6(x-2)(x-3) \] Evaluating \( f(x) \) at key points: \[ f(2) = 16 - 60 + 72 + 7 = 35 \] \[ f(3) = 54 - 135 + 108 + 7 = 34 \] \[ f(0) = 7 \] Therefore, the range of \( f(x) \) is: \[ [7, 35] \]

Step 2: Identify the Range of \( g(x) \)

The given function for \( g(x) \) is: \[ g(x) = \frac{1}{x^{2025} + 1} \] Since the denominator is always greater than or equal to 1, the range of \( g(x) \) is: \[ [0, 1] \]

Step 3: Compute the Number of Elements in Set \( S \)

The set \( S \) is defined as: \[ S = \{ 0, 7, 8, \ldots, 35 \} \] The sequence starts at 7 and ends at 35, inclusive. The total number of terms is: \[ 35 - 7 + 1 = 29 \] Including the element 0 in the set, \[ |S| = 30 \]

Final Answer: 30
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