Math Problem Statement

Describe the end behavior of the graph shown in the image, choosing the correct description from the given options.

Solution

To analyze the question:

The graph provided in the image appears to show a polynomial function with its behavior extending on both sides of the xx-axis. We need to determine the end behavior of the graph by observing how the function behaves as xx \to -\infty and x+x \to +\infty.

Observations:

  1. As xx \to -\infty, the graph of f(x)f(x) seems to rise upwards, indicating f(x)+f(x) \to +\infty.
  2. As x+x \to +\infty, the graph of f(x)f(x) also rises upwards, indicating f(x)+f(x) \to +\infty.

Correct Answer:

The end behavior matches the following statement: f(x)+ as xandf(x)+ as x+.f(x) \to +\infty \text{ as } x \to -\infty \quad \text{and} \quad f(x) \to +\infty \text{ as } x \to +\infty. Thus, the correct option is: f(x)+ as xf(x) \to +\infty \text{ as } x \to -\infty and f(x)+ as x+f(x) \to +\infty \text{ as } x \to +\infty.


Would you like further details or explanation? Here are some additional topics to explore:

  1. How can you identify the degree and leading coefficient of a polynomial from a graph?
  2. What causes graphs to have differing end behaviors?
  3. How do you determine whether a graph opens upwards or downwards?
  4. What are the characteristics of even-degree polynomial functions?
  5. How does symmetry affect the end behavior of polynomial graphs?

Tip: Always check the direction of the graph at extreme xx-values to identify end behavior.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polynomial Functions
End Behavior of Functions
Graph Analysis

Formulas

Behavior of polynomials as x → ±∞ is determined by the leading term of the polynomial

Theorems

End behavior of polynomials is influenced by the degree and leading coefficient

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12