Math Problem Statement

Consider the function graphed below. The function is increasing on the interval(s), decreasing on the interval(s), constant on the interval(s). The domain and range of the function are also requested.

Solution

Let's break down the graph and answer the questions based on it.

a. The function is increasing on the interval(s):

The function increases when the slope is positive. From the graph, this occurs:

  • From x=2x = -2 to x=1x = 1

So, the function is increasing on the interval (2,1)(-2, 1).

b. The function is decreasing on the interval(s):

The function decreases when the slope is negative. From the graph, this occurs:

  • From x=4x = -4 to x=2x = -2
  • From x=1x = 1 to x=4x = 4

So, the function is decreasing on the intervals (4,2)(-4, -2) and (1,4)(1, 4).

c. The function is constant on the interval(s):

The function is constant when the slope is zero (horizontal line). From the graph, this occurs:

  • From x=4x = 4 to x=10x = 10

So, the function is constant on the interval [4,10)[4, 10).

d. The domain of the function:

The domain is the set of all possible xx-values for which the function is defined. From the graph, the function is defined from x=5x = -5 to x=10x = 10.

So, the domain is [5,10)[-5, 10).

e. The range of the function:

The range is the set of all possible yy-values that the function takes. From the graph, the function’s yy-values range from 6-6 to 55.

So, the range is [6,5][-6, 5].


Would you like any further details or clarifications?

Here are five related questions you can explore:

  1. What is the significance of a function being constant on an interval?
  2. How can you determine the behavior of a function (increasing or decreasing) from its derivative?
  3. How does the range of a function relate to its critical points?
  4. What are the key differences between domain and range in a function?
  5. How can piecewise functions be used to represent graphs like this?

Tip: When analyzing graphs, always check for open and closed intervals, especially if the graph continues indefinitely or ends abruptly!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Intervals
Domain and Range

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12