Math Problem Statement

The graph of the function f(x)=x+4\sqrt{x+4} is shown below.

The domain of the function is

Solution

To find the domain of the function f(x)=x+4f(x) = \sqrt{x+4}, we need to ensure that the expression inside the square root is non-negative. This is because the square root of a negative number is not defined in the set of real numbers.

The expression inside the square root is x+4x + 4. For f(x)f(x) to be defined, we require:

x+40x + 4 \geq 0

Solving this inequality:

x4x \geq -4

Thus, the domain of the function f(x)=x+4f(x) = \sqrt{x+4} is:

[4,)\boxed{[-4, \infty)}

This means that the function is defined for all xx such that x4x \geq -4.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 questions related to this topic:

  1. How would the domain change if the function were x2\sqrt{x-2}?
  2. What is the range of the function f(x)=x+4f(x) = \sqrt{x+4}?
  3. How would the graph of f(x)=x+4f(x) = \sqrt{x+4} look?
  4. What happens to the domain if we square the function?
  5. How do we find the domain of a function with both a square root and a fraction?

Tip: Always check for restrictions like square roots and fractions to determine the domain of a function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Functions
Square Roots

Formulas

Domain of a function with a square root: expression inside the square root must be non-negative (x + 4 ≥ 0)

Theorems

Definition of the domain of a square root function in real numbers

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11