Math Problem Statement

Write an equation for the function graphed above.

Solution

The graph you uploaded appears to represent a rational function with vertical asymptotes, likely of the form y=1(xa)(xb)y = \frac{1}{(x - a)(x - b)} or similar, where the denominator introduces vertical asymptotes.

Based on the graph, I can see that there are vertical asymptotes at x=2x = -2 and x=3x = 3. This suggests that these points are where the function is undefined.

To construct the equation, we will use these asymptotes and a general form that describes this type of graph. The function likely takes the form:

y=k(x+2)(x3)y = \frac{k}{(x + 2)(x - 3)}

Here, kk is a constant that affects the steepness of the curve. You would need more points or additional information to determine the exact value of kk, but this general form matches the behavior shown.

Would you like to proceed with determining kk or if you have any further questions on this?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How can we determine the value of kk in the equation?
  2. What happens to the graph if we change the vertical asymptote locations?
  3. How do horizontal asymptotes affect the graph of rational functions?
  4. Can this type of function also have slant asymptotes?
  5. How would we sketch the graph of this function by hand?

Tip: The vertical asymptotes are always located at the values of xx that make the denominator equal to zero in a rational function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Rational Functions
Vertical Asymptotes

Formulas

y = k / (x - a)(x - b)

Theorems

Vertical Asymptotes Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12