Table of contents
- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
3. Functions
Intro to Functions & Their Graphs
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Problem 74b
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionGraph each function. ƒ(x) = 2∛(x+1)-2
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Key Concepts
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Graphing Functions
Graphing functions involves plotting points on a coordinate plane to visualize the relationship between the input (x-values) and output (y-values). Understanding how to create a graph requires knowledge of the function's behavior, including its intercepts, asymptotes, and overall shape. This process helps in analyzing the function's characteristics and identifying key features.
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Cube Root Function
The cube root function, represented as ƒ(x) = ∛x, is a type of radical function that returns the number which, when cubed, gives the input value. It is defined for all real numbers and has a characteristic shape that passes through the origin. The transformation of this function, such as shifting and scaling, affects its graph, which is essential for understanding the given function ƒ(x) = 2∛(x+1)-2.
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Transformations of Functions
Transformations of functions involve shifting, stretching, or reflecting the graph of a function. In the function ƒ(x) = 2∛(x+1)-2, the '+1' indicates a horizontal shift to the left by 1 unit, while the '-2' indicates a vertical shift downward by 2 units. Understanding these transformations is crucial for accurately graphing the function and predicting its behavior based on the original cube root function.
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