Math Problem Statement
The function y, equals, f, of, xy=f(x) is graphed below. Plot a line segment connecting the points on ff where x, equals, 0x=0 and x, equals, 1, .x=1. Use the line segment to determine the average rate of change of the function f, of, xf(x) on the interval 0, is less than or equal to, x, is less than or equal to, 1, .0≤x≤1.
Solution
To solve this problem, we'll follow these steps:
Step 1: Understand the Average Rate of Change
The average rate of change of a function over an interval is given by the formula:
In this case, the interval is from to , so and . Therefore, the average rate of change will be:
Step 2: Locate Points on the Graph
You need to identify the points on the graph where and .
- Find , which is the -value of the function at .
- Find , which is the -value of the function at .
Step 3: Draw the Line Segment
Once the points and are identified, you can draw a straight line segment connecting these two points on the graph. The slope of this line will represent the average rate of change of the function over the interval .
Step 4: Calculate the Average Rate of Change
Once you have identified the -coordinates for and , substitute them into the formula to calculate the average rate of change.
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Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful:
- How do you interpret the average rate of change geometrically?
- What is the difference between average rate of change and instantaneous rate of change?
- Can the average rate of change be negative? What does that mean?
- How do you calculate the average rate of change for non-linear functions?
- What happens to the average rate of change if the interval becomes smaller?
Tip: The average rate of change of a function over an interval can also be thought of as the slope of the secant line connecting the two endpoints on the graph.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Calculus
Average Rate of Change
Linear Functions
Formulas
Average Rate of Change = (f(b) - f(a)) / (b - a)
Theorems
Secant Line Slope Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12