Math Problem Statement

Graph of y=|1-x|

Solution

The graph of the function y=1xy = |1 - x| consists of two linear segments due to the absolute value function. Here's how it breaks down:

  1. For x1x \leq 1: The absolute value term becomes y=1xy = 1 - x, resulting in a line with a negative slope (-1).
  2. For x>1x > 1: The absolute value term becomes y=x1y = x - 1, resulting in a line with a positive slope (1).

The graph has a V-shape, with the vertex (the point where the two lines meet) at (1,0)(1, 0).

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5 Related Questions:

  1. How does the graph change if we modify the function to y=x1+2y = |x - 1| + 2?
  2. What is the slope of each segment of the piecewise linear function y=1xy = |1 - x|?
  3. How does the graph of y=xy = |x| compare to that of y=1xy = |1 - x|?
  4. How can you express y=1xy = |1 - x| as a piecewise function?
  5. What happens to the graph if we introduce a negative sign, such as y=1xy = -|1 - x|?

Tip: When graphing absolute value functions, always look for where the expression inside the absolute value equals zero—this gives you the "turning point" of the V-shape.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Piecewise Functions
Absolute Value

Formulas

y = |1 - x| as a piecewise function
For x ≤ 1: y = 1 - x
For x > 1: y = x - 1

Theorems

Basic properties of absolute value functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10