Math Problem Statement

Match the graphs with their corresponding equations and descriptions.

Solution

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Here’s a breakdown of each graph and the corresponding equation or information to match:

  1. Graph 1 (far left):

    • The graph shows a cubic function with the end behavior where yy \to -\infty as xx \to \infty and yy \to \infty as xx \to -\infty.
    • Equation: y=3(x+1)(x+1)(x1)y = -3(x+1)(x+1)(x-1).
    • This matches with the description that as x,yx \to \infty, y \to -\infty, and as x,yx \to -\infty, y \to \infty.
  2. Graph 2 (second from the left):

    • This is a quadratic function with a root at x=1x = 1 and leading term 3x23x^2, indicating a parabola opening upwards.
    • Equation: y=3(x1)2y = 3(x - 1)^2.
    • Matches with the description "Leading term is 3x23x^2" and "Has a root with multiplicity 2 at x=1x = 1".
  3. Graph 3 (middle):

    • The graph has a root at x=3x = 3 and appears to be a higher-degree polynomial with non-real complex roots.
    • Equation: y=(x2+1)(x21)(x2+2)y = (x^2 + 1)(x^2 - 1)(x^2 + 2).
    • Matches with the description "Has a root at x=3x = 3" and "Has four non-real complex roots".
  4. Graph 4 (second from the right):

    • A quadratic function with a double root at x=3x = 3, likely based on the form of the equation.
    • Equation: y=(3x1)2y = (3x - 1)^2.
    • This matches with the description "Has a double root at x=3x = 3".
  5. Graph 5 (far right):

    • This graph corresponds to another cubic function, possibly y=3(x1)(x+2)(x1)y = 3(x - 1)(x + 2)(x - 1), based on the visual shape and turning points.

Would you like more detailed explanations of the graphs, or do you have any further questions?

Here are 5 related questions you can explore:

  1. How can you determine the multiplicity of roots based on the graph of a function?
  2. What role does the leading coefficient play in determining the end behavior of polynomials?
  3. How can you identify complex roots from the graph of a polynomial?
  4. What is the effect of repeating roots (i.e., roots with multiplicity greater than 1) on the shape of the graph?
  5. How do you factor a polynomial with real and complex roots?

Tip: When matching polynomial graphs, always check the number of turning points, as they provide insight into the degree of the polynomial.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polynomial Functions
Roots and Multiplicity
Complex Roots
End Behavior

Formulas

Cubic equation formula: y = a(x - r1)(x - r2)(x - r3)
Quadratic equation formula: y = a(x - r1)^2
Factoring polynomials

Theorems

Fundamental Theorem of Algebra: A polynomial of degree n has exactly n roots (real or complex).
End Behavior of Polynomials: The end behavior of a polynomial is determined by the sign and degree of its leading term.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12