October 25, 2011
Monomial Function:
f(x) = k
or
f(x) = k xn
k is a constant and n is a postive integer
Examine the graphs.
1. y = xn (n is even)
2. y = xn (n is odd)
October 25, 2011
Sketch each graph.
1. f(x) = -x5
2. g(x) = x4 + 1
3. h(x) = -x4
October 25, 2011
Graphs of Power Functions
Graph the following:
1. y = x
2. y = x
2
3. y = x0.5
4. y = x(-0.5)
Graph 1-4 with a k-value of 3.
Graph 1-4 with a k-value of -3.
October 25, 2011