Math Problem Statement

The graph of y = f(x) is given below. Use the graph to find each value of x where f is not differentiable.

Solution

From the graph of y=f(x)y = f(x), we need to determine where the function is not differentiable. A function is not differentiable at points where there is:

  1. A sharp corner or cusp.
  2. A vertical tangent.
  3. A discontinuity (jump or hole).

Observations:

  • From the graph, I can see that the function has sharp turns and breaks at certain points.

1. First xx-value where f(x)f(x) is not differentiable:

  • The first sharp corner occurs at x=4x = -4, indicating that f(x)f(x) is not differentiable there.

2. Next xx-value where f(x)f(x) is not differentiable:

  • Moving from left to right, the next discontinuity (a jump) occurs at x=1x = 1.

3. Final xx-value where f(x)f(x) is not differentiable:

  • Continuing to the right, there's another sharp turn at x=3x = 3, where f(x)f(x) is also not differentiable.

Answers:

  1. x=4x = -4
  2. x=1x = 1
  3. x=3x = 3

Would you like further details or have any questions? Here are 5 related questions to expand on this concept:

  1. What is the formal definition of differentiability?
  2. How can you tell if a function is continuous but not differentiable at a point?
  3. What types of functions are always differentiable?
  4. What are the key differences between continuity and differentiability?
  5. Can a function be differentiable but not continuous?

Tip: When checking for differentiability, always look for points where the slope changes abruptly or the graph breaks.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Differentiability
Sharp Corners
Discontinuity
Calculus

Formulas

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Theorems

A function is not differentiable at a sharp corner or cusp, a vertical tangent, or a discontinuity.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12