Math Problem Statement

For each of the following polynomial graphs, determine any x-values where the graph has a relative extrema. If the graph does not have a specific relative extrema, write 'none' in the appropriate space.

Solution

To solve this problem, we need to determine the x-values where the graphs have relative minima or maxima by examining the turning points of each polynomial graph.

Analyzing the Graphs

Graph 9:

  1. Relative Minima: A relative minimum occurs where the graph changes from decreasing to increasing.

    • The graph shows a relative minimum at x=2x = 2 and another at x=7x = 7.
  2. Relative Maxima: A relative maximum occurs where the graph changes from increasing to decreasing.

    • The graph shows a relative maximum at x=5x = 5.

Graph 10:

  1. Relative Minima:

    • The graph shows a relative minimum at x=1x = 1.
  2. Relative Maxima:

    • The graph shows a relative maximum at x=2x = -2 and another at x=4x = 4.

Answers:

  • Graph 9:

    • Relative minimums at x=2,7x = 2, 7
    • Relative maximums at x=5x = 5
  • Graph 10:

    • Relative minimums at x=1x = 1
    • Relative maximums at x=2,4x = -2, 4

Would you like further details or explanations? Here are some related questions that might help you understand the topic better:

  1. What defines a relative minimum or maximum in a polynomial graph?
  2. How can you determine the relative extrema by looking at the derivative of a function?
  3. Why do polynomial functions have relative extrema?
  4. Can a polynomial of degree 3 have more than two relative extrema?
  5. How does the degree of a polynomial affect the number of turning points?

Tip: When analyzing graphs, remember that the relative extrema occur where the slope of the function changes sign, indicating a turning point.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polynomial Functions
Relative Extrema

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12