Graphing a vertical line on graphing utility

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The discussion revolves around the process of graphing a vertical line, specifically the equation X=2, using a graphing calculator, with a focus on the TI-84 Plus model. Participants explore the commands and steps necessary to achieve this on different graphing utilities.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the possibility of graphing a vertical line on a graphing calculator.
  • Another participant provides a specific method for graphing a vertical line on the TI-84 Plus, detailing the steps and commands involved.
  • Some participants express confusion regarding the initial instructions due to a lack of specificity about the graphing utility being used.
  • A participant clarifies that "graphing utility" is a broad term and emphasizes the importance of specifying the device for accurate guidance.

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There is no consensus on the clarity of the initial question, and participants express differing views on the terminology and specificity required for effective communication regarding graphing utilities.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the dependence on specific commands and features of different graphing calculators, which may lead to confusion if not clearly stated.

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Is it possible to graph a vertical line such as X=2 on a graphing calculator?

How would one graph a vertical line on the graphing calculator?
 
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just found the answer.

[2ND] [PRGM]
[4]
X=[A]
 
Since you haven't said what "graphing utility" you are using or what those commands do, this makes no sense at all!
 
HallsofIvy said:
Since you haven't said what "graphing utility" you are using or what those commands do, this makes no sense at all!

Sorry. I am using a TI-84 Plus graphing calculator. To graph a vertical line:
Hit the [2ND] key followed by the [PRGM] key.

This brings you to the menu:
1: ClrDraw
2: Line(
3: Horizontal
4: Vertical
5: Tangent
6: Draw
7: Shade
8: DrawInv
9: Circle(
0: Text(
A: Pen

select Vertical by pushing the [4] key

This will take you to the main screen displaying Vertical

If I were trying to graph the equation X=2, I would now push the [2] key.

This process allows one to graph a vertical line on a TI 84 graphing calculator

* I apologize if my question/answer were not phrased clearly, or if this question has been answered before. Is "graphing utility" not the correct word to use? That is the term used in my textbooks.
 
"Graphing utility" is a generic term for a device that can display graphs. If you want advice on how to graph something on a specific device, you need to specify the device you're using, since different devices tend to do things in different ways.
 

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