Math Problem Statement

Match each equation with a graph above: ln(x), e^x, 10^x, log(x).

Solution

From the graph and the equations provided, we can match each function to its corresponding graph by considering the shape and behavior of these well-known functions.

Let's analyze the options:

  1. ln(x)\ln(x):

    • The natural logarithm, ln(x)\ln(x), is defined for positive xx values, and the graph increases but flattens out as xx grows. This matches the green (G) curve.
  2. exe^x:

    • The exponential function, exe^x, grows rapidly as xx increases and approaches 0 as xx becomes negative. This is consistent with the red (R) curve.
  3. 10x10^x:

    • Similar to exe^x, 10x10^x also represents exponential growth, but it grows even faster than exe^x. The behavior is again increasing quickly as xx grows and very close to 0 for negative xx. This is represented by the black (K) curve.
  4. log(x)\log(x):

    • The base-10 logarithm, log(x)\log(x), behaves similarly to ln(x)\ln(x) but grows slower. It matches the blue (B) curve.

So, the correct matching is:

  • ln(x)\ln(x) → Green (G)
  • exe^x → Red (R)
  • 10x10^x → Black (K)
  • log(x)\log(x) → Blue (B)

Would you like any more details on these functions or their graphs? Here are five related questions:

  1. What is the domain of ln(x)\ln(x) and how does it differ from log(x)\log(x)?
  2. How does the rate of growth of exe^x compare to 10x10^x?
  3. Why do logarithmic functions only exist for positive values of xx?
  4. How do base-10 logarithms differ from natural logarithms in practical applications?
  5. What happens to exe^x and 10x10^x as xx approaches infinity?

Tip: Exponential functions (like exe^x and 10x10^x) grow faster than polynomial or logarithmic functions as xx increases.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithmic Functions
Exponential Functions
Graphing

Formulas

ln(x)
e^x
10^x
log(x)

Theorems

Logarithmic properties
Exponential growth

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12