Ch2AnalysisofGraphsofFunctions.pptVIP

Chapter 2: Analysis of Graphs of Functions 2.1 Graphs of Basic Functions and Relations; Symmetry 2.2 Vertical and Horizontal Shifts of Graphs 2.3 Stretching, Shrinking, and Reflecting Graphs 2.4 Absolute Value Functions: Graphs, Equations, Inequalities, and Applications 2.5 Piecewise-Defined Functions 2.6 Operations and Composition 2.5 Piecewise-Defined Functions The absolute value function is a simple example of a function defined by different rules over different subsets of its domain. Such a function is called a piecewise-defined function. Domain of is with one rule on and the other rule on Example Find each function value given the piecewise-defined function Solution (a) (b) (c) 2.5 The Graph of a Piecewise-Defined Function (d) The graph of Graph the ray choosing x so that with a solid endpoint (filled in circle) at (0,2). The ray has slope 1 and y-intercept 2. Then, graph for This graph will be half of a parabola with an open endpoint (open circle) at (0,0). 2.5 Graphing a Piecewise-Defined Function with a Graphing Calculator Use the test feature Returns 1 if true, 0 if false when plotting the value of x In general, it is best to graph piecewise-defined functions in dot mode, especially when the graph exhibits discontinuities. Otherwise, the calculator may attempt to connect portions of the graph that are actually separate from one another. 2.5 Graphing a Piecewise-Defined Function Sketch the graph of Solution For graph the part of the line to the left of, and including, the point (2,3). For graph the part of the line to the right of the point (2,3). 2.5 The Greatest Integer (Step) Function Example Evaluate for (a) –5, (b) 2.46, and (c) –6.5 Solution (a) (b)