Can You Graph and Determine the Domain of f(x,y)=√(x²-1)?

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The discussion revolves around the function f(x,y)=√(x²-1), focusing on finding and graphing its level curve, as well as determining its domain and range. The subject area includes concepts from multivariable calculus and graphing functions.

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  • Participants discuss the graph of the level curve and question the correctness of their interpretations regarding the domain and range. There are attempts to clarify the implications of the function being defined for two variables and the conditions under which it is valid.

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Some participants express uncertainty about their reasoning, particularly regarding the domain and the graphical representation of the function. There is a mix of agreement on certain aspects, but also confusion about specific values and their implications.

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Participants mention constraints related to the function's definition, particularly the conditions under which the square root is valid, leading to discussions about the real domain of the function.

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I am trying to find and graph the level curve f(x,y)=\sqrt{x^2-1} that passes through the point (0,1), as well as its domain and range.

I am not sure if my reasoning is right, so let me know if I got the wrong idea.

For the graph I have x = 1 which is independent of y and is just a vertical line. Is this correct?

Would the domain be (-\infty, -1]\cup[1,\infty) or [1,\infty) ? Because \sqrt{x^2-1} = \sqrt{x-1}\sqrt{x+1}
I'm confused.

Range: [0,\infty)

any help would be greatly appreciated

Thanks

Update: this a function of two variables
 
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That sounds correct to me. I just graphed it and it also looks correct, Unless I am missing something.
 
If we have y = \sqrt{x^2 - 1}, then x cannot exist on the real domain for any value: \mid x \mid \leq 1. O.o
 
I am looking for the domain, range, and graph of this level curvef(x,y)=\sqrt{x^2-1}

I have the range, but the domain and graph I am unsure of.
For the graph, I graphed on my paper x=1, you plug in one, z = 0 and x = 1 and y can be anything.
Domain: I am unsure of but yes \mid x \mid \leq 1
But if I plug say x = -1 into \sqrt{x-1}\sqrt{x+1} I am going to get \sqrt{-2}\sqrt{2}
 

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