Math Problem Statement

Use the graph of the function shown below to find the value of x when y is equal to each of the following: -1.5, 0, 2, 2.5.

Solution

Let's analyze the graph step-by-step and determine the values of xx for each given value of yy.

  1. When y=1.5y = -1.5:

    • Looking at the graph, we need to find when the function reaches y=1.5y = -1.5. From the plot, this happens between x=6x = 6 and x=7x = 7. We cannot determine the exact value without further interpolation, but it lies somewhere in this interval.
  2. When y=0y = 0:

    • The function intersects y=0y = 0 at two points:
      • At x=3x = -3
      • At x=1x = 1
  3. When y=2y = 2:

    • From the graph, y=2y = 2 occurs at:
      • x=2x = -2
      • x=0x = 0
  4. When y=2.5y = 2.5:

    • The function never exactly reaches y=2.5y = 2.5, so there is no xx value corresponding to this.

Now, to summarize:

  • For y=1.5y = -1.5, xx is approximately between 66 and 77.
  • For y=0y = 0, x=3x = -3 and x=1x = 1.
  • For y=2y = 2, x=2x = -2 and x=0x = 0.
  • For y=2.5y = 2.5, there is no xx.

Would you like more details on how I derived these values? Here are a few more questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What does it mean for a graph to have no value at a certain yy?
  2. How can you determine approximate xx values when the function falls between grid points?
  3. What is the importance of interpolation when dealing with continuous graphs?
  4. How do we interpret negative xx values in the context of real-world applications?
  5. Can we derive the equation of this piecewise linear function?

Tip: When reading graphs, always start by identifying intercepts and key points before looking for intermediate values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Graph Interpretation
Piecewise Functions
Linear Functions

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10