Math Problem Statement
Which statement is true about the end behavior of the graphed function?
Solution
The graph in the image appears to depict a polynomial function with two distinct arms extending to infinity. Let’s analyze the graph in terms of end behavior.
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Left end behavior (as ):
- The graph rises toward positive infinity as . This suggests that as approaches negative infinity, the function’s values go to positive infinity.
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Right end behavior (as ):
- The graph falls toward negative infinity as . This suggests that as approaches positive infinity, the function’s values go to negative infinity.
Now, let’s match this with the given multiple-choice options:
- Option 1: As the x-values go to positive infinity, the function's values go to negative infinity. – This is correct based on the right end behavior.
- Option 4: As the x-values go to negative infinity, the function's values go to positive infinity. – This is correct based on the left end behavior.
Thus, the correct answer is:
- Option 1 (for positive infinity)
- Option 4 (for negative infinity)
Would you like more details or have any other questions? Here are some follow-up questions to consider:
- What is the degree of the polynomial shown in the graph?
- How does the leading coefficient of a polynomial affect its end behavior?
- Can you determine the roots of the function from the graph?
- What would happen to the graph if the leading coefficient were negative?
- How does symmetry affect the graph of polynomials?
Tip: When analyzing end behavior, always check how the function behaves as approaches both positive and negative infinity to understand the nature of the function.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Polynomial Functions
End Behavior
Formulas
Polynomial End Behavior Analysis
Theorems
End Behavior Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12