Math Problem Statement

For which value of x, rounded to the nearest whole number, must f(x) = 4 given the graph of y = f(x) - 3?

Solution

The graph in the image represents y=f(x)3y = f(x) - 3, and the question asks for the value of xx, rounded to the nearest whole number, when f(x)=4f(x) = 4.

To solve this:

  1. Rearrange the equation to solve for f(x)f(x): f(x)3=4f(x) - 3 = 4 f(x)=4+3=7f(x) = 4 + 3 = 7 So, we need to find the value of xx for which f(x)=7f(x) = 7.

  2. Now, observe the graph. The curve y=f(x)3y = f(x) - 3 is plotted. When f(x)=7f(x) = 7, the value of yy on the graph will be: y=f(x)3=73=4y = f(x) - 3 = 7 - 3 = 4 Therefore, we need to find the xx-coordinate when y=4y = 4 on the graph.

  3. From the graph, at y=4y = 4, the corresponding value of xx is approximately 6.

Thus, the value of xx where f(x)=4f(x) = 4 is 6 (rounded to the nearest whole number).

Do you want more details or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. How do you determine the vertical shift in a function from its graph?
  2. What does the function f(x)3f(x) - 3 represent in terms of transformations?
  3. How do you interpret the horizontal stretch/compression in graphs?
  4. What is the general approach to solving equations involving functions graphically?
  5. How do you estimate values between grid lines on a graph?

Tip: For transformed functions, always first reverse the transformations to identify the original function behavior.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Functions
Graph Interpretation
Algebra

Formulas

f(x) - 3 = y
f(x) = y + 3

Theorems

Function Transformations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10