Math Problem Statement

Based on the graph provided, determine the function f(x).

Solution

From the graph provided, we can determine the function f(x)f(x). Here are the characteristics of the function based on the graph:

  1. The function has a sinusoidal shape, indicating it is likely a sine or cosine function.
  2. The amplitude is 22, as the graph oscillates between 2-2 and 22.
  3. The period is 360360^\circ, as the graph completes one full cycle between 00^\circ and 360360^\circ.
  4. The graph starts at (0,0)(0, 0) and moves upwards, resembling the sine function.

The general form of a sine function is: f(x)=Asin(Bx+C)+Df(x) = A \sin(Bx + C) + D where:

  • AA is the amplitude,
  • BB determines the period (Period=360B\text{Period} = \frac{360^\circ}{B}),
  • CC is the phase shift,
  • DD is the vertical shift.

Using the observations:

  • Amplitude A=2A = 2,
  • Period =360= 360^\circ, so B=1B = 1,
  • No vertical shift, so D=0D = 0,
  • No phase shift (C=0C = 0).

Thus, the equation is: f(x)=2sin(x)f(x) = 2 \sin(x)

Would you like a step-by-step derivation of this or details on related transformations? Here are some questions to explore further:

  1. How can we derive the equation if the phase or vertical shift changes?
  2. What if the period changes to 180180^\circ or 720720^\circ? How does that affect BB?
  3. How would the equation differ if it were a cosine function instead of sine?
  4. How can you verify sinusoidal equations using transformations of the unit circle?
  5. What is the impact of adding a constant DD to the function?

Tip: Always identify the amplitude, period, and phase shift when analyzing sinusoidal graphs to determine the function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Sinusoidal Functions
Amplitude and Period Analysis

Formulas

General sine function: f(x) = A sin(Bx + C) + D
Period: Period = 360° / B

Theorems

Properties of sine functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12