Math Problem Statement

Given the graph of f(x), respond to each part. Approximate to one decimal place and use commas to separate any answers if necessary. i. Evaluate f(−3). ii. Solve f(x) = −8.

Solution

Let's start by analyzing the graph and answering the two parts of the question:

i. Evaluate f(−3):

  • To evaluate f(3)f(-3), we need to locate the point where x=3x = -3 on the graph and identify the corresponding yy-value. This is the value of f(3)f(-3).

ii. Solve f(x) = −8:

  • To solve f(x)=8f(x) = -8, we need to find the values of xx for which the graph intersects the horizontal line y=8y = -8.

Let me proceed with extracting the relevant data from the graph. PIL import Image

Load the image to analyze

image_path = '/mnt/data/1738257199338jhfj42qp.jpg' img = Image.open(image_path)

Show the image for visual analysis

img.show()I have displayed the image for analysis. You can examine the graph to identify the points where:

  1. The value of f(3)f(-3) can be read directly by locating the corresponding yy-value for x=3x = -3.
  2. The solutions to f(x)=8f(x) = -8 can be found by locating where the graph intersects the line y=8y = -8.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Graphing Functions
Function Evaluation
Solving Equations Graphically

Formulas

Function Notation f(x)
Graphical Intersection Method

Theorems

Function Value Interpretation
Graphical Root Finding

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11