Example of functions satisfying differentiation properties

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The discussion revolves around identifying functions that satisfy specific differentiation properties, including continuity, the existence of a derivative, a defined value at zero, and a monotonically increasing derivative. Participants are exploring examples to enhance their understanding of these properties through graphical representation.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

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  • Participants are sharing examples of functions, such as polynomial functions like x^2 and x^3, and considering the inclusion of exponential functions that pass through the origin. There is an emphasis on finding suitable functions for graphical analysis.

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The discussion is active, with participants providing examples and clarifying the properties of the functions in question. Some guidance has been offered regarding potential function types, but no consensus has been reached on a definitive list of examples.

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Participants are working within the constraints of the specified properties and are focused on functions that meet these criteria for better visualization. There is a recognition of the importance of the graph's behavior, particularly regarding concavity and intersection with the origin.

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Suppose the function
f has the following four properties:
1. f is continuous for x >=0;

2.
f'(x) exists for x > 0;

3.
f(0) = 0;

4.
f'is monotonically increasing.

I'm just looking for functions that have these 4 properties to better understand what f represents.
So far, I came up with x^2 and x^3, but was looking for more examples. I'm just looking for examples so I can graph these and see a graphical representation. I was getting stuck on good functions to use.
 
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kathrynag said:
Suppose the function
f has the following four properties:
1. f is continuous for x >=0;

2.
f'(x) exists for x > 0;

3.
f(0) = 0;

4.
f'is monotonically increasing.

I'm just looking for functions that have these 4 properties to better understand what f represents.
So far, I came up with x^2 and x^3, but was looking for more examples. I'm just looking for examples so I can graph these and see a graphical representation. I was getting stuck on good functions to use.
How about exponential functions, translated so that they go through the origin? E.g., y = ex - 1.
 
thanks, that makes sense.
 
Items 3 and 4 say that the graph goes through the origin and is concave up.
 

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