Math Problem Statement

A partir de la gráfica de la función f mostrada en la figura, ¿cuál es el valor de f(2) + f'(1)?

Solution

The problem asks to determine the value of f(2)+f(1)f(2) + f'(1) based on the graph of the function ff.

Step 1: Find f(2)f(2)

From the graph, locate x=2x = 2. The value of the function f(2)f(2) is the yy-coordinate of the point where x=2x = 2. From the graph, it seems that at x=2x = 2, f(2)=4f(2) = 4.

Step 2: Find f(1)f'(1)

f(1)f'(1) represents the derivative of the function at x=1x = 1, which is the slope of the tangent line to the graph at that point. At x=1x = 1, the tangent line appears to be horizontal, indicating that the slope is zero. Therefore, f(1)=0f'(1) = 0.

Step 3: Calculate f(2)+f(1)f(2) + f'(1)

Now, we add the values: f(2)+f(1)=4+0=4f(2) + f'(1) = 4 + 0 = 4 However, this value does not correspond to any of the answer choices. Let's recheck the derivative at x=1x = 1. Looking again at the graph, it's possible that the slope is slightly negative, giving a different result.

Given this ambiguity in the derivative, it might be better to reconsider the slope at x=1x = 1 more carefully or obtain a clearer image. Would you like further clarification on this, or should we try to fine-tune the details based on the graph?

Also, here are 5 related questions for further practice:

  1. How do you estimate the slope of a tangent line at a given point on a graph?
  2. What are the steps to calculate a derivative at a specific point graphically?
  3. How can we determine critical points using the first derivative?
  4. What is the significance of a zero slope in the context of a function’s graph?
  5. How do you interpret the second derivative from a graph?

Tip: Always check for changes in the slope around points of interest, especially if it seems unclear or near-zero.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Calculus
Derivatives
Graphical Analysis of Functions

Formulas

f'(x) = slope of the tangent line at x

Theorems

Fundamental Theorem of Calculus
First Derivative Test

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12