Math Problem Statement

what's the vertical asymptote there?

Solution

The graph you provided appears to represent the function y=1x2y = \frac{1}{x-2}.

For the function y=1xay = \frac{1}{x-a}, the vertical asymptote occurs where the denominator equals zero, because division by zero is undefined.

In your case:

x2=0x - 2 = 0

Solving for xx, we get:

x=2x = 2

Thus, the vertical asymptote of the function is at x=2x = 2.

Would you like further details on this, or do you have any other questions?

Here are five related questions you might consider:

  1. What happens to the function as xx approaches the vertical asymptote from the left and right?
  2. How do you find horizontal asymptotes for rational functions?
  3. What are the general steps to determine all asymptotes for a given function?
  4. Can a function have more than one vertical asymptote?
  5. What is the behavior of y=1x2y = \frac{1}{x-2} as xx approaches infinity or negative infinity?

Tip: When dealing with rational functions, always check where the denominator is zero to find potential vertical asymptotes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Rational functions
Vertical asymptotes
Division by zero

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

High school and above