Math Problem Statement
Use the given graph of f to state the value of each quantity, if it exists. (If an answer does not exist, enter DNE.) The x y-coordinate plane is given. The function enters the window in the second quadrant, goes up and right becoming less steep, crosses the y-axis at approximately y = 3.2, changes direction at the approximate point (0.7, 3.3), goes down and right becoming more steep, and stops at the closed point (2, 3). The function starts again at the open point (2, 1), goes up and right becoming more steep, goes up and right becoming less steep, passes through the open point (4, 4), changes direction at the approximate point (4.2, 4.1), goes down and right becoming more steep, and exits the window in the first quadrant.
Solution
Given the description of the graph of the function , let's determine the values of various quantities based on the function's behavior.
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- is the value of the function when . According to the description, the function crosses the y-axis at approximately . Therefore, .
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- At , the graph has a closed point at , meaning .
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- This represents the left-hand limit as approaches 2. The function approaches from the left side and stops at the closed point , so .
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- This represents the right-hand limit as approaches 2. The function restarts at the open point , meaning the function value jumps to 1. Therefore, .
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- At , there is an open point at , so the function does not have a value here. Thus, does not exist (DNE).
Summary:
- does not exist (DNE)
Would you like more details on any of these calculations or have any questions?
Here are some related questions:
- What is the significance of open and closed points on a graph?
- How do you determine the left-hand and right-hand limits of a function?
- Can a function have different left-hand and right-hand limits at the same point?
- What happens to a function's continuity at a point where it has an open or closed point?
- How can you find the value of if the function has a jump discontinuity?
Tip: When analyzing a graph, always pay attention to open and closed points—they indicate where the function's value exists or does not exist, which is crucial for evaluating limits and function values.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Functions
Graph Analysis
Limits
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
High School