1. Use step function to write the expression for each of the functions shown in the following figures: -10 10 f(t) (a) 8 f(t) 10 -t (s)

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**Problem Statement:**

1. Use step functions to write the expression for each of the functions shown in the following figures:

**Descriptions of the Figures:**

**Figure (a):**

- **Graph Details:**
  - The function \( f(t) \) is plotted against the time \( t \) in seconds.
  - The graph starts at the point (-10,0), rises linearly to the peak at (0,10), and then descends linearly back to (10,0).
  - This creates a triangular shape symmetric about the y-axis.

**Figure (b):**

- **Graph Details:**
  - The function \( f(t) \) is plotted against the time \( t \) in seconds.
  - The graph starts at (-3,0), dips to a minimum at (-2,-8), returns to zero at (0,0), rises to a maximum at (2,8), and finally descends to (3,0).
  - This results in a waveform that looks like a mirrored and inverted 'V' or valley around the origin, with peaks at symmetrical intervals.

These figures demonstrate piecewise linear functions that can be represented using step functions. The problem requires expressing these functions using the mathematical form and logic that step functions provide.
Transcribed Image Text:**Problem Statement:** 1. Use step functions to write the expression for each of the functions shown in the following figures: **Descriptions of the Figures:** **Figure (a):** - **Graph Details:** - The function \( f(t) \) is plotted against the time \( t \) in seconds. - The graph starts at the point (-10,0), rises linearly to the peak at (0,10), and then descends linearly back to (10,0). - This creates a triangular shape symmetric about the y-axis. **Figure (b):** - **Graph Details:** - The function \( f(t) \) is plotted against the time \( t \) in seconds. - The graph starts at (-3,0), dips to a minimum at (-2,-8), returns to zero at (0,0), rises to a maximum at (2,8), and finally descends to (3,0). - This results in a waveform that looks like a mirrored and inverted 'V' or valley around the origin, with peaks at symmetrical intervals. These figures demonstrate piecewise linear functions that can be represented using step functions. The problem requires expressing these functions using the mathematical form and logic that step functions provide.
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