Math Problem Statement

Use transformations of the graph of f(x) = ln(x) to graph h(x) = -ln(x). Determine the transformations, the equation of the vertical asymptote, and the domain of h(x).

Solution

To solve the problem, let’s go step by step based on the given image:

1. Transformations

The function given is h(x)=ln(x)h(x) = -\ln(x). The base function is f(x)=ln(x)f(x) = \ln(x).

  • The negative sign in front of the logarithm (-) reflects the graph of ln(x)\ln(x) about the x-axis. Therefore, the correct choice is: B. The graph of f(x)=ln(x)f(x) = \ln(x) should be reflected about the x-axis.

2. Equation of the Vertical Asymptote

The logarithmic function ln(x)\ln(x) is undefined for x0x \leq 0, meaning the vertical asymptote for h(x)h(x) is at x=0x = 0.

Answer: The equation of the vertical asymptote is: x=0x = 0


3. Domain of h(x)=ln(x)h(x) = -\ln(x)

The domain of a logarithmic function is determined by the argument inside the logarithm. Since h(x)h(x) involves ln(x)\ln(x), xx must be greater than 00. Therefore, the domain of h(x)h(x) is: (0,)(0, \infty)


Summary of Answers:

  1. Transformation: B
  2. Vertical Asymptote: x=0x = 0
  3. Domain: (0,)(0, \infty)

Would you like further clarification on graphing or the reasoning behind these answers?


Here are 5 related questions for deeper understanding:

  1. How does reflecting a graph about the x-axis affect its points?
  2. Why does the vertical asymptote of ln(x)\ln(x) remain the same after transformations?
  3. What is the range of h(x)=ln(x)h(x) = -\ln(x)?
  4. Can we shift ln(x)\ln(x) horizontally or vertically and how would it affect the asymptote?
  5. What happens to the graph of ln(x)\ln(x) when reflected about the y-axis instead?

Tip: Always identify the transformations step by step (reflection, shifting, stretching) for any function, starting from the base function!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithmic Functions
Transformations of Functions
Domain and Range
Asymptotes

Formulas

h(x) = -ln(x)
Vertical Asymptote: x = 0

Theorems

Properties of Logarithmic Functions
Reflection of Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12