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Given: R = {(x, y): y = -x^2} what is the domain of R?

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Explanation:

the domain of a function is the interval or set of valid values for x (the input variable).

y = -x²

has no limitations for x. any value from -infinity to +infinity is possible and valid.

so, the domain is (-infinity, +infinity).

please consider the round brackets, because infinity is not a valid value and is therefore not included in the interval.

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