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The discussion centers on understanding the relationship between a profit graph and the corresponding solution to a homework problem. The participant correctly identifies that the x-intercepts of the graph represent the amount spent when profit equals $0. Despite initial doubts about their answer, another forum member confirms its accuracy, emphasizing the importance of interpreting graph features in relation to financial outcomes.

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Homework Statement


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Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution



Here is my answer for part A of this question:
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Part B:
This is where I am having trouble.

I took a guess at this, but it is probably completely wrong:

The corresponding graph shows the profit when different amounts are spent. The x-intercepts show the amount spent when the profit is $0.

I get this is most likely wrong, so can someone please explain to me the relationship between the graph and my solution? or at least lead me in the right direction to forming an answer.

Thanks.
 
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Evangeline101 said:

Homework Statement


View attachment 101170

Homework Equations


none

The Attempt at a Solution



Here is my answer for part A of this question:
View attachment 101171

Part B:
This is where I am having trouble.

I took a guess at this, but it is probably completely wrong:

The corresponding graph shows the profit when different amounts are spent. The x-intercepts show the amount spent when the profit is $0.

I get this is most likely wrong, so can someone please explain to me the relationship between the graph and my solution? or at least lead me in the right direction to forming an answer.

Thanks.

Why would you think it is wrong? It looks 100% correct to me.
 
Ray Vickson said:
Why would you think it is wrong? It looks 100% correct to me.

Okay, I just took a guess for part b, and wrote the first thing I saw when I looked at the graph, I didn't think it was correct :/

Anyway, thanks for verifying my answer :biggrin:
 

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