1) A function is a relationship between two sets of data where each input value in the domain corresponds to exactly one output value in the range. 2) Function notation represents a relationship as f(x) where x is plugged into the original equation. For example, the function f(x)=5x+9 defines the relationship. 3) To determine if a graph represents a function, the vertical line test can be used. If a vertical line can only intersect the graph in one point, it passes the test and is a function. If a line intersects in multiple points, it is not a function.