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Graphs 3. Shapes of Graphs
Mr F’s Maths Notes Graphs 3. Shapes of Graphs
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3. Shapes of Graphs The Importance of knowing the Shapes of Graphs…
If you can look at the equation of a graph and already have a pretty good idea of what shape it will be, you are more likely to spot any silly errors when plotting it NOTE: What follows are general shapes of graphs – learn to spot the key features of each! 1. Positive x Equation: Highest power of x is 1, and the x term is positive Examples:
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2. Negative x Equation: Highest power of x is 1, and the x term is negative Examples:
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3. Positive x2 Equation: Highest power of x is 2, and the x2 term is positive Examples:
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4. Negative x2 Equation: Highest power of x is 2, and the x2 term is negative Examples:
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5. Positive x3 Equation: Highest power of x is 3, and the x3 term is positive Examples:
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6. Negative x3 Equation: Highest power of x is 3, and the x3 term is negative Examples:
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7. Positive Reciprocal Equation: Contains a fraction with a positive x on the bottom Examples:
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8. Negative Reciprocal Equation: Contains a fraction with a negative x on the bottom Examples:
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