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Based on the graph above, estimate (to one decimal place) the average rate of change from x=1 to x=3

### Graph Analysis and Calculation

#### Graph Description:
The graph presented is of an unknown function plotted on an x-y axis grid. The x-axis ranges from -1 to 5, while the y-axis ranges from -1 to 6. The function has multiple peaks and troughs, indicating several changes in direction.

#### Specific Points and Shape:
- At \( x = 0 \), the value of the function is slightly above 0.
- The function increases sharply, reaching a peak between \( x = 1 \) and \( x = 2 \).
- The function then decreases slightly and rises again to a higher peak between \( x = 2 \) and \( x = 3 \).
- After this peak, the function decreases steeply, dipping below 1 before rising slightly again as \( x \) approaches 5.

#### Question and Instructions:
Based on the graph above, estimate (to one decimal place) the average rate of change from \( x = 1 \) to \( x = 3 \).

##### Calculation:
1. Identify the coordinates of the function at \( x = 1 \) and \( x = 3 \).
   - At \( x = 1 \), the function value (y-value) is approximately 4.
   - At \( x = 3 \), the function value is approximately 5.

2. Use the formula for average rate of change:
   \[
   \text{Average Rate of Change} = \frac{f(x_2) - f(x_1)}{x_2 - x_1}
   \]
   Where \( x_1 = 1 \) and \( x_2 = 3 \).

3. Substitute the function values:
   \[
   \text{Average Rate of Change} = \frac{5 - 4}{3 - 1} = \frac{1}{2} = 0.5
   \]

##### Input Box for Answer:
- The average rate of change from \( x = 1 \) to \( x = 3 \) is \( 0.5 \). 
Please enter "0.5" in the provided box to complete your answer.

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Transcribed Image Text:### Graph Analysis and Calculation #### Graph Description: The graph presented is of an unknown function plotted on an x-y axis grid. The x-axis ranges from -1 to 5, while the y-axis ranges from -1 to 6. The function has multiple peaks and troughs, indicating several changes in direction. #### Specific Points and Shape: - At \( x = 0 \), the value of the function is slightly above 0. - The function increases sharply, reaching a peak between \( x = 1 \) and \( x = 2 \). - The function then decreases slightly and rises again to a higher peak between \( x = 2 \) and \( x = 3 \). - After this peak, the function decreases steeply, dipping below 1 before rising slightly again as \( x \) approaches 5. #### Question and Instructions: Based on the graph above, estimate (to one decimal place) the average rate of change from \( x = 1 \) to \( x = 3 \). ##### Calculation: 1. Identify the coordinates of the function at \( x = 1 \) and \( x = 3 \). - At \( x = 1 \), the function value (y-value) is approximately 4. - At \( x = 3 \), the function value is approximately 5. 2. Use the formula for average rate of change: \[ \text{Average Rate of Change} = \frac{f(x_2) - f(x_1)}{x_2 - x_1} \] Where \( x_1 = 1 \) and \( x_2 = 3 \). 3. Substitute the function values: \[ \text{Average Rate of Change} = \frac{5 - 4}{3 - 1} = \frac{1}{2} = 0.5 \] ##### Input Box for Answer: - The average rate of change from \( x = 1 \) to \( x = 3 \) is \( 0.5 \). Please enter "0.5" in the provided box to complete your answer. --- **Note:** This transcription includes a detailed description of the graph, steps to understand and calculate the average rate of change, and a conclusion to be entered by the student.
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