Math Problem Statement

Let f(x) = sqrt(8 - e^x). Give the interval(s) on which the function is continuous.

Solution

We are given the function f(x)=8exf(x) = \sqrt{8 - e^x}. The problem asks to find the interval(s) on which this function is continuous.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Square root function domain: The square root function is only defined when the argument inside is non-negative. So, we must have: 8ex0.8 - e^x \geq 0.

  2. Solve the inequality: ex8.e^x \leq 8. Taking the natural logarithm (ln) on both sides, we get: xln(8).x \leq \ln(8).

    Using the approximate value of ln(8)\ln(8), we get: ln(8)2.079.\ln(8) \approx 2.079.

  3. Conclusion: Therefore, the function is continuous on the interval (,ln(8)](-\infty, \ln(8)], or approximately (,2.079](-\infty, 2.079].

Final Answer:

The function is continuous on the interval (,ln(8)](-\infty, \ln(8)].

Would you like more details on this solution?

Here are some related questions for further practice:

  1. How do you find the domain of a composite function like f(g(x))f(g(x))?
  2. What is the behavior of the exponential function exe^x as xx \to \infty and xx \to -\infty?
  3. How does the natural logarithm function ln(x)\ln(x) behave for positive and negative values of xx?
  4. Can you find the range of the function f(x)=8exf(x) = \sqrt{8 - e^x}?
  5. What is the derivative of f(x)=8exf(x) = \sqrt{8 - e^x}, and how does it affect the function's monotonicity?

Tip: Always check the domain restrictions when dealing with square roots or logarithmic functions to avoid undefined values!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Continuity
Exponential Functions
Square Root Functions
Domain of a Function

Formulas

sqrt(8 - e^x)
Natural Logarithm: ln(x)
Exponential Function: e^x

Theorems

Continuity on a domain
Natural logarithm rules
Exponential growth properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 11-12 (Advanced High School Mathematics)