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- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
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Introduction to Logarithms
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Problem 55
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In Exercises 53-58, begin by graphing f(x) = log₂ x. Then use transformations of this graph to graph the given function. What is the vertical asymptote? Use the graphs to determine each function's domain and range. h(x)=1+ log₂ x
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Start by graphing the basic function \( f(x) = \log_2 x \). This is a logarithmic function with base 2, which has a vertical asymptote at \( x = 0 \) and passes through the point \( (1, 0) \).
Identify the transformation applied to \( f(x) \) to obtain \( h(x) = 1 + \log_2 x \). This transformation is a vertical shift upwards by 1 unit.
Apply the vertical shift to the graph of \( f(x) \). This means every point on the graph of \( f(x) \) is moved up by 1 unit to obtain the graph of \( h(x) \).
Determine the vertical asymptote of \( h(x) \). Since the transformation is only a vertical shift, the vertical asymptote remains unchanged at \( x = 0 \).
Use the graph to determine the domain and range of \( h(x) \). The domain of \( h(x) \) is \( (0, \infty) \) because \( x \) must be greater than 0. The range of \( h(x) \) is \( (1, \infty) \) because the graph is shifted up by 1 unit.
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Key Concepts
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Logarithmic Functions
Logarithmic functions, such as f(x) = log₂ x, are the inverses of exponential functions. They are defined for positive real numbers and have a vertical asymptote at x = 0. Understanding their basic properties, including how they behave as x approaches 0 and their growth rate, is essential for graphing and analyzing transformations.
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Transformations of Functions
Transformations of functions involve shifting, reflecting, stretching, or compressing the graph of a function. In the case of h(x) = 1 + log₂ x, the '+1' indicates a vertical shift upward by one unit. Recognizing how these transformations affect the graph helps in determining the new domain, range, and asymptotic behavior of the transformed function.
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Domain and Range
The domain of a function refers to all possible input values (x-values) for which the function is defined, while the range refers to all possible output values (y-values). For logarithmic functions, the domain is typically (0, ∞) and the range is (-∞, ∞). Analyzing the domain and range of transformed functions is crucial for understanding their behavior and limitations.
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