Functions Math Question

Question

If f(x) = (x-1)², show that f(p+a) = f(1-p)

 

Please show me how to solve a problem as such, thank you!

Answer 1

f(p+a) = (p+a-1)²

f(1-p) = (1-p-1)² = p²

 

So unless a= 1, your statement cannot be true.