Math Problem Statement

Generate a sketch for this graph

Analyze the function f(x) = (4x - x^2) / (x^2 - 5x + 4) and sketch its graph, identifying the domain, asymptotes, and intersections.

Solution

Here is the sketch of the graph for the function f(x)=4xx2x25x+4f(x) = \frac{4x - x^2}{x^2 - 5x + 4}. Key features:

  1. Vertical asymptotes at x=1x = 1 and x=4x = 4.
  2. Horizontal asymptote at y=1y = -1.
  3. The function behaves as expected near these asymptotes, diverging to \infty or -\infty, depending on the direction.

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions to further explore:

  1. How can we calculate the horizontal asymptote for any rational function?
  2. What happens when xx approaches the asymptotes x=1x = 1 or x=4x = 4?
  3. How can we find the domain of this function, considering the vertical asymptotes?
  4. What are the critical points of the function where it changes concavity?
  5. How do we find the intervals where this function is increasing or decreasing?

Tip: Vertical asymptotes occur where the denominator of a rational function equals zero, but the numerator doesn't.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Rational Functions
Asymptotes
Function Analysis

Formulas

Vertical Asymptote: Denominator = 0 (solve x^2 - 5x + 4 = 0)
Horizontal Asymptote: Compare degrees of numerator and denominator
Roots: Solve numerator = 0 (4x - x^2 = 0)

Theorems

The behavior of rational functions near vertical asymptotes
Horizontal Asymptotes for rational functions: if degree of numerator = degree of denominator, asymptote is the ratio of leading coefficients

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12