Math Problem Statement

Given the rational function f(x) = (1 - 2x)/(x + 2),

match the correct answers to the corresponding questions. x-intercept at?

Solution

To find the x-intercept of the rational function f(x)=12xx+2f(x) = \frac{1 - 2x}{x + 2}, we set f(x)=0f(x) = 0 and solve for xx.

The x-intercept occurs where the numerator equals zero:

12x=01 - 2x = 0

Solving for xx:

2x=1    x=122x = 1 \implies x = \frac{1}{2}

Thus, the x-intercept of the function is at x=12x = \frac{1}{2}.

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Related Questions:

  1. How do you find the y-intercept of the function f(x)=12xx+2f(x) = \frac{1 - 2x}{x + 2}?
  2. What is the vertical asymptote of the function f(x)=12xx+2f(x) = \frac{1 - 2x}{x + 2}?
  3. How do you determine the horizontal asymptote of a rational function?
  4. What is the domain of the function f(x)=12xx+2f(x) = \frac{1 - 2x}{x + 2}?
  5. How do you graph the rational function f(x)=12xx+2f(x) = \frac{1 - 2x}{x + 2}?

Tip: When finding the x-intercept of a rational function, always set the numerator equal to zero and solve for xx, provided the denominator does not become zero at that point.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Rational Functions

Formulas

Set numerator equal to 0 to find x-intercept: 1 - 2x = 0

Theorems

x-intercept theorem for rational functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12