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Even Function

Even Function

A function with a graph that is symmetric with respect to the y-axis. A function is even if and only if f(–x) = f(x).

 

Graph of an even function showing a wave symmetric about the y-axis, labeled f(-x) = f(x), with arrows on x and y axes.

 

 

See also

Odd function