Math Problem Statement

let f(x)=ln(x+2), x>-2 and g(x)=e^(x-4), x>0. write down the x intercept of the graph of f

Solution

The function f(x)=ln(x+2)f(x) = \ln(x+2) has a domain of x>2x > -2, since the natural logarithm requires a positive argument.

To find the x-intercept of the graph of f(x)f(x), we set f(x)=0f(x) = 0 and solve for xx:

ln(x+2)=0\ln(x+2) = 0

Recall that ln(1)=0\ln(1) = 0. Therefore, we have:

x+2=1x + 2 = 1

Solving for xx:

x=12=1x = 1 - 2 = -1

Thus, the x-intercept of the graph of f(x)f(x) is at x=1x = -1.

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Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:

  1. What is the domain and range of f(x)=ln(x+2)f(x) = \ln(x+2)?
  2. How do we find the y-intercept of a function, and does f(x)f(x) have one?
  3. What is the derivative of f(x)=ln(x+2)f(x) = \ln(x+2), and what does it tell us about the slope of the curve?
  4. How does the transformation f(x)=ln(x+2)f(x) = \ln(x+2) compare to the parent function f(x)=ln(x)f(x) = \ln(x)?
  5. What is the vertical asymptote of the function f(x)f(x), and how can we find it?

Tip:

For logarithmic functions, the argument inside the logarithm must always be positive, which defines the domain of the function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Logarithmic Functions
X-Intercept
Natural Logarithms

Formulas

f(x) = ln(x+2)
ln(a) = 0 when a = 1

Theorems

Logarithmic properties: ln(a) = 0 when a = 1

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11