Math Problem Statement

Write an equation for the given linear function, determine the domain and range based on the graph.

Solution

Let's analyze the information provided in the image and determine the answers to each part.

  1. Equation of the function:

    • The graph shows a linear function, which typically takes the form f(x)=mx+bf(x) = mx + b, where mm is the slope and bb is the y-intercept.
    • Observing the graph, the line passes through the origin (0,0)(0, 0) and another point, which appears to be (1,1)(1, 1).
    • Using these two points, we can calculate the slope m=ΔyΔx=1010=1m = \frac{\Delta y}{\Delta x} = \frac{1 - 0}{1 - 0} = 1.
    • Since the y-intercept b=0b = 0, the equation of the function is f(x)=1x+0f(x) = 1 \cdot x + 0, or simply f(x)=xf(x) = x.
  2. Domain of the function:

    • For linear functions that extend infinitely in both directions, the domain is all real numbers.
    • Therefore, the domain is (,)(-\infty, \infty).
  3. Range of the function:

    • Similarly, because the line extends infinitely in both the positive and negative directions on the y-axis, the range is also all real numbers.
    • Thus, the range is (,)(-\infty, \infty).

Summary:

  • Equation: f(x)=xf(x) = x
  • Domain: (,)(-\infty, \infty)
  • Range: (,)(-\infty, \infty)

Would you like a more detailed explanation of any part? Here are some follow-up questions to consider:

  1. How can you determine the slope of a line from a graph?
  2. What are the differences between domain and range in mathematical functions?
  3. How do you recognize linear functions from graphs?
  4. What does it mean if a function has an infinite range?
  5. Can linear functions have restricted domains?

Tip: In linear equations, the slope mm indicates the steepness and direction of the line, while the intercept bb represents the point where the line crosses the y-axis.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Functions
Graph Interpretation

Formulas

Linear function equation f(x) = mx + b

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10