Math Problem Statement

What is the range of function g, as shown in the graph?

Solution

The question asks for the range of the function g(x)g(x), and the graph of g(x)g(x) is provided.

Observations:

  • As xx \to -\infty, the graph approaches but never reaches y=3y = -3.
  • As x0+x \to 0^+ (from the right), the graph approaches y=+y = +\infty.
  • The graph has a vertical asymptote at x=0x = 0.
  • As x0x \to 0^- (from the left), the graph approaches y=4y = -4 but doesn't include y=4y = -4 (as there's a hollow circle indicating an excluded value).
  • The graph decreases as xx becomes negative but doesn't reach below y=3y = -3.

Range:

  • The function approaches all values from -\infty up to but not including y=4y = -4, and from y=3y = -3 upwards to \infty, excluding y=3y = -3 and y=4y = -4.

Thus, the range of g(x)g(x) is: (,4)(3,+)(-\infty, -4) \cup (-3, +\infty)

This corresponds to option A: {yRy4,3}\{ y \in \mathbb{R} \, | \, y \neq -4, -3 \}.

Would you like more details on how to interpret this? Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the definition of a function's range?
  2. How do vertical asymptotes affect the range of a function?
  3. Why are certain values like y=4y = -4 and y=3y = -3 excluded from the range?
  4. Can you explain how to find asymptotes from a graph?
  5. What are some common types of discontinuities in functions?

Tip: When analyzing a graph, always check for asymptotes and points where the function is undefined to correctly determine the range.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Asymptotes
Range of Functions

Formulas

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Theorems

Range of a Function
Asymptotes

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12