Math Problem Statement

answer in inequality notation

Determine all intervals on which f(x) ≥ 0.

Solution

To determine the intervals where f(x)0f(x) \geq 0, we will examine the graph and identify where the function lies on or above the x-axis (i.e., where the function is either positive or zero).

From the graph:

  • The function crosses the x-axis at approximately x=6x = -6, x=1x = -1, x=5x = 5.
  • The function is above or on the x-axis in the intervals:
    • From x=6x = -6 to x=1x = -1 (including the points where f(x)=0f(x) = 0, i.e., x=6x = -6 and x=1x = -1).
    • From x=5x = 5 onwards (since the function remains positive beyond x=5x = 5).

Thus, the intervals where f(x)0f(x) \geq 0 are:

[6,1][5,)[-6, -1] \cup [5, \infty)

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Related Questions:

  1. How do we determine the intervals where a function is decreasing?
  2. How can we use the derivative to find where f(x)0f(x) \geq 0?
  3. What happens when a function crosses the x-axis more than twice?
  4. How can concavity affect the intervals where f(x)0f(x) \geq 0?
  5. How can we apply this analysis to real-world problems like profit functions?

Tip: When solving graph-based questions, always identify the critical points (such as where the graph crosses the x-axis) to break down the intervals.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Inequalities
Graph Analysis

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12