Math Problem Statement

The graph of f is shown below. For which values of x is f(x) zero?

Solution

The graph provided shows a curve representing a function f(x)f(x). To find where f(x)=0f(x) = 0, we need to look at the points where the graph crosses the x-axis. The x-axis represents f(x)=0f(x) = 0, so the values of xx where this occurs are the solutions.

From the graph:

  • The curve crosses the x-axis at approximately x=3x = -3, and x=1x = 1.

Thus, the values of xx for which f(x)=0f(x) = 0 are approximately: x=3andx=1.x = -3 \quad \text{and} \quad x = 1.

Would you like more details on how to read these values, or do you have any further questions?

Here are five related questions:

  1. How can you solve for f(x)=0f(x) = 0 algebraically if the equation of f(x)f(x) is known?
  2. What does the slope of the graph tell you about the function's behavior around f(x)=0f(x) = 0?
  3. How would you approximate roots if the graph were not given, but an equation was?
  4. What are the types of roots (real, complex) when solving f(x)=0f(x) = 0 for various functions?
  5. How do changes in the coefficients of polynomial functions affect the locations of their roots?

Tip: Checking the sign of f(x)f(x) values around the zero-crossing points can help confirm the correctness of the solution when analyzing graphs.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Graphing Functions
Zeros of a Function
Roots

Formulas

f(x) = 0 to find the x-intercepts

Theorems

Root Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12