Math Problem Statement

The graph of a function h is shown below. Find h(-2) and find one value of x for which h(x) = -5.

Solution

The problem involves finding specific values on the graph of the function h(x)h(x).

Let's examine the requirements:

  1. For part (a): Find h(2)h(-2).

    • To find h(2)h(-2), look at the point where x=2x = -2 on the graph and read the corresponding yy-value.
    • Observing the graph, when x=2x = -2, the yy-value appears to be 4.
    • Therefore, h(2)=4h(-2) = 4.
  2. For part (b): Find one value of xx for which h(x)=5h(x) = -5.

    • To solve this, look for the point on the graph where the yy-value is 5-5.
    • Observing the graph, it appears that when x=0x = 0, y=5y = -5.
    • So, one value of xx for which h(x)=5h(x) = -5 is 0.

Final Answers:

  • (a) h(2)=4h(-2) = 4
  • (b) One value of xx for which h(x)=5h(x) = -5 is x=0x = 0.

Would you like further explanation on how these values were derived from the graph?


Here are 5 related questions to deepen understanding:

  1. What does it mean for a function value h(x)h(x) to be positive or negative on a graph?
  2. How can you determine if a function is increasing or decreasing from its graph?
  3. What is the significance of the vertex of a parabola in a function's graph?
  4. How can we identify the range of a function from its graph?
  5. What other values of xx could result in the same function output h(x)=5h(x) = -5 if the graph had additional intersections?

Tip: When analyzing graphs, always check for symmetry or patterns that can simplify finding specific values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Graphing
Reading Values from a Graph

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9