Check all the ways we could represent a relation:

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An x-y or input-output table

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A set of ordered pairs

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A mapping diagram

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A Venn diagram

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A frequency table

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A histogram

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To represent a relation, the appropriate methods are:

  1. An x-y or input-output table - This is a valid representation, as it lists pairs of inputs (x) and their corresponding outputs (y).

  2. A set of ordered pairs - This is also a valid representation, as relations can be defined as sets of ordered pairs (e.g., {(1, 2), (3, 4)}).

  3. A mapping diagram - This is a valid representation that visually depicts how each input is connected to its corresponding output.

The following methods are not typically used to represent a relation:

  1. A Venn diagram - Not generally used for relations in the mathematical sense. Venn diagrams are better used for representing sets and their relationships.

  2. A frequency table - This is used for summarizing data and showing how often each value occurs, not for representing relations.

  3. A histogram - This graphical representation is used for displaying the distribution of numerical data, not typically for defining a relation.

In summary, the valid representations of a relation are:

  • An x-y or input-output table
  • A set of ordered pairs
  • A mapping diagram