The graphs of g and h are given in red and blue, respectively

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The discussion revolves around the graphs of two functions, g(x) and h(x), with a focus on their correctness and visual representation. The subject area involves algebraic functions and graphing techniques.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss the correctness of the defined functions g(x) and h(x), with one participant suggesting a potential error in the definition of h(x). There is also an exploration of using graphing tools to verify the functions visually.

Discussion Status

The discussion is active, with participants questioning the accuracy of the function definitions and exploring the implications of graphing them. There is no explicit consensus yet, as differing interpretations of the functions are being examined.

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Participants note challenges in visualizing the graphs due to scale issues and the clarity of the original graph provided. There is an acknowledgment of the difficulty in interpreting the graphs accurately.

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g(x) = x^2

(x-5)^2

(-1)*(x-5)^2

(-1)*(x-5)^2 - 2 = h(x)

h(x) = -(x-5)^2 - 2

Does this look correct to you?
 
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Looks good :biggrin:

If you wanted to check you could always use a graphing calculator or copy and paste your function " -(x-5)^2 - 2" into Google in case there's more you wanted to check in the future.
 
Hmmm i typed that into google the graphs looked nothing alike?
 
Are you sure it isn't h(x) = -(x-5)^2 - 1?
 
You are right, the graph is hard to see, also look at the scale when you type into google, it is 300-(-300). zoom in xD
 

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