Math Problem Statement

Determine the domain and range of the function from the given graph.

Solution

The graph in the image shows a piecewise function, and the task is to determine its domain and range. Let's go step by step:

1. Domain:

The domain represents all the possible x-values for which the function is defined.

  • The graph starts at x=5x = -5 and ends at x=4x = 4, with a closed dot at x=5x = -5 and an open dot at x=4x = 4.
  • This means the function is defined from x=5x = -5 to x=4x = 4, but it does not include x=4x = 4 due to the open dot.

So, in interval notation, the domain is: [5,4)\boxed{[-5, 4)}

2. Range:

The range represents all the possible y-values of the function.

  • The function's minimum y-value is y=2y = -2 (with a closed dot at this point), and the maximum y-value is y=3y = 3 (with an arrow going upwards, indicating the function extends beyond this point).
  • Therefore, the function covers all y-values from 2-2 to infinity.

So, in interval notation, the range is: [2,)\boxed{[-2, \infty)}

Would you like more details or have any questions about this solution?

Related Questions:

  1. How do you find the range of a function when the graph goes to infinity?
  2. How do you interpret open and closed dots on a graph in terms of domain?
  3. How does the behavior of the function at the ends affect the range?
  4. What is the difference between the domain and range of a function?
  5. How would the domain change if the graph had a break or gap in the middle?

Tip:

To determine the domain, always look for the smallest and largest x-values on the graph, and whether the endpoints are included (closed) or not (open).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Domain and Range
Interval Notation

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11