This math topic focuses on determining the domain of functions that are fractions with an integer numerator and a square root of a quadratic expression in the denominator. Each problem involves analyzing the quadratic under the root to ensure the expression inside remains non-negative (since a square root must yield a real number). The problems require students to set up inequalities based on the quadratic discriminant or properties ensuring the radicand is non-negative and solve these inequalities to specify the variable's domain where the function is defined. The answers are provided in set notation, expressing conditions on the variable.

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Function Domain - Fraction Integer over Root of Quadratic (Real Roots) to Domain Definition


What set describes the domain of this function?

f(x)=12x2+6x8f(x) = \frac{-1}{\sqrt{2x^2+6x-8}}

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