Math Problem Statement

Determine the intervals on which the function is increasing, decreasing, and constant. List the interval(s) on which the function is increasing.

Solution

The graph you've uploaded represents a quadratic function, and the task requires determining the intervals where the function is increasing, decreasing, and constant.

Looking at the graph:

  • The function decreases to a minimum point and then increases after that.
  • The vertex is likely the lowest point, and from the graph, we can identify the intervals of increasing and decreasing behavior.

To answer the question:

  • The function is decreasing to the left of the vertex (where the graph slopes down).
  • The function is increasing to the right of the vertex (where the graph slopes upward).

Interval of increasing:

From the graph, the function appears to increase after the vertex. The x-values where this happens are greater than the x-coordinate of the vertex. Let’s say the vertex is at x=3x = 3. Thus, the interval on which the function is increasing is: (3,)(3, \infty)

Would you like more details on how to analyze the behavior of quadratic functions? Or do you need help with anything else regarding this question?

Follow-up questions:

  1. How do we find the vertex of a quadratic function from the equation?
  2. What are the steps to determine where a quadratic function is increasing or decreasing?
  3. How can we calculate the rate of change (slope) of a quadratic function at a given point?
  4. What is the relationship between the coefficients of a quadratic equation and its graph’s behavior?
  5. How do you solve for the intervals of a function’s constancy?

Tip: For a parabola, if the coefficient of x2x^2 is positive, the function opens upward and increases after the vertex. If it’s negative, the function opens downward and decreases after the vertex.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Quadratic Functions
Intervals
Graph Analysis

Formulas

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Theorems

Vertex of a Parabola

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10