AP Precalculus FRQ Room

Analysis of a Rational Function with Factorable Denominator

A function is given by $$f(x)=\frac{x^2-5*x+6}{x^2-4}$$. Examine its domain and discontinuities.

Analysis of a Rational Function with Quadratic Components

Analyze the rational function $$f(x)= \frac{x^2 - 9}{x^2 - 4*x + 3}$$ and determine its key features

Analysis of Removable Discontinuities in an Experiment

In a chemical reaction process, the rate of reaction is modeled by $$R(x)=\frac{x^2-4}{x-2}$$ for $$

Analyzing a Rational Function with Asymptotes

Consider the rational function $$R(x)= \frac{(x-2)(x+3)}{(x-1)(x+4)}$$. Answer each part that follow

Analyzing Concavity in Polynomial Functions

A car’s displacement over time is modeled by the polynomial function $$f(x)= x^3 - 6*x^2 + 11*x - 6$

Analyzing End Behavior of Polynomial Functions

Consider the polynomial function $$P(x)= -2*x^4 + 3*x^3 - x + 5$$. Answer the following parts:

Average Rate of Change in Rational Functions

Let $$h(x)= \frac{3}{x-1}$$ represent the speed (in km/h) of a vehicle as a function of a variable x

Average Rate of Change of a Rational Function

For the rational function $$r(x)= \frac{4*x}{x+2}$$, answer the following:

Carrying Capacity in Population Models

A rational function $$P(t) = \frac{50*t}{t + 10}$$ is used to model a population approaching its car

Comparative Analysis of Polynomial and Rational Functions

A function is defined piecewise by $$ f(x)=\begin{cases} x^2-4 & \text{if } x\le2, \\ \frac{x^2-4}{x

Composite Function Analysis in Environmental Modeling

Environmental data shows the concentration (in mg/L) of a pollutant over time (in hours) as given in

Composite Function Transformations

Consider the polynomial function $$f(x)= x^2-4$$. A new function is defined by $$g(x)= \ln(|f(x)+5|)

Composite Functions and Inverses

Let $$f(x)= 3*(x-2)^2+1$$.

Constructing a Function Model from Experimental Data

An engineer collects data on the stress (in MPa) experienced by a material under various applied for

Designing a Rational Function to Meet Given Criteria

A mathematician wishes to construct a rational function R(x) that satisfies the following properties

Determining Degree from Discrete Data

Below is a table representing the output values of a polynomial function for equally-spaced input va

Determining Domain and Range from Graphical Data

A function is represented by a graph with certain open and closed endpoints. A table of select input

Determining Polynomial Degree from Finite Differences

A function $$f(x)$$ is defined on equally spaced values of $$x$$, with the following data: | x | f(

Determining the Degree of a Polynomial via Differences

A function $$f(x)$$ is defined on equally spaced inputs and the following table gives selected value

Discontinuity Analysis in a Rational Function with High Degree

Consider the function $$f(x)=\frac{x^3-8}{x^2-4}$$. Answer the following:

Evaluating Limits and Discontinuities in a Rational Function

Consider the rational function $$f(x)=\frac{x^2-4}{x-2}$$, which is defined for all real $$x$$ excep

Evaluating Limits Involving Rational Expressions with Asymptotic Behavior

Consider the function $$f(x)=\frac{2*x^2-3*x-5}{x^2-1}$$. Answer the following:

Examining End Behavior of Polynomial Functions

Consider the polynomial function $$f(x)= -3*x^4 + 2*x^3 - x + 7$$. Answer the following parts.

Finding and Interpreting Inflection Points

Consider the polynomial function $$f(x)= x^3 - 6*x^2 + 9*x + 1$$. Answer the following parts.

Function Model Construction from Data Set

A data set shows how a quantity V changes over time t as follows: | Time (t) | Value (V) | |-------

Function Simplification and Graph Analysis

Consider the function $$h(x)= \frac{x^2 - 4}{x-2}$$. Answer the following parts.

Geometric Series Model in Area Calculations

An architect designs a sequence of rectangles such that each rectangle's area is 0.8 times the area

Graph Interpretation and Log Transformation

An experiment records the reaction time R (in seconds) of an enzyme as a power function of substrate

Inverse Analysis of a Modified Rational Function

Consider the function $$f(x)=\frac{x^2+1}{x-1}$$. Answer the following questions concerning its inve

Inverse Analysis of a Quartic Polynomial Function

Consider the quartic function $$f(x)= (x-1)^4 + 2$$. Answer the following questions concerning its i

Inverse Analysis of a Transformed Quadratic Function

Consider the function $$f(x)= -3*(x-2)^2 + 7$$ with a domain restriction that ensures one-to-one beh

Inverse Analysis of an Even Function with Domain Restriction

Consider the function $$f(x)=x^2$$ defined on the restricted domain $$x \ge 0$$. Answer the followin

Inverse Function of a Rational Function with a Removable Discontinuity

Consider the function $$f(x)= \frac{x^2-4}{x-2}$$. Answer the following questions regarding its inve

Investigating End Behavior of a Polynomial Function

Consider the polynomial function $$f(x)= -4*x^4+ x^3+ 2*x^2-7*x+1$$.

Investigating Piecewise Behavior of a Function

A function is defined as follows: $$ f(x)=\begin{cases} \frac{x^2-9}{x-3} & x<3, \\ 2*x+1 & x\ge3

Logarithmic Equation Solving in a Financial Model

An investor compares two savings accounts. Account A grows continuously according to the model $$A(t

Modeling Inverse Variation with Rational Functions

An experiment shows that the intensity of a light source varies inversely with the square of the dis

Modeling Inverse Variation: A Rational Approach

A variable $$y$$ is inversely proportional to $$x$$. Data indicates that when $$x=4$$, $$y=2$$, and

Modeling with Inverse Variation: A Rational Function

A physics experiment models the intensity $$I$$ of light as inversely proportional to the square of

Office Space Cubic Function Optimization

An office building’s usable volume (in thousands of cubic feet) is modeled by the cubic function $$V

Parameter Identification in a Rational Function Model

A rational function modeling a certain phenomenon is given by $$r(x)= \frac{k*(x - 2)}{x+3}$$, where

Piecewise Function Analysis

Consider the piecewise function defined by $$ f(x) = \begin{cases} x^2 - 1, & x < 2 \\ 3*

Piecewise Function and Domain Restrictions

A temperature function is defined as $$ T(x)=\begin{cases} \frac{x^2-25}{x-5} & x<5, \\ 3*x-10 & x\g

Piecewise Function without a Calculator

Let the function $$f(x)=\begin{cases} x^2-1 & \text{for } x<2, \\ \frac{x^2-4}{x-2} & \text{for } x\

Polynomial Division in Limit Evaluation

Consider the rational function $$R(x) = \frac{2*x^3 + 3*x^2 - x + 4}{x - 2}$$.

Polynomial End Behavior and Zeros Analysis

A polynomial function is given by $$f(x)= 2*x^4 - 3*x^3 - 12*x^2$$. This function models a physical

Polynomial Long Division and Slant Asymptote

Perform polynomial long division on the function $$f(x)= \frac{3*x^3 - 2*x^2 + 4*x - 5}{x^2 - 1}$$,

Polynomial Long Division and Slant Asymptote

Consider the function $$P(x)= \frac{2*x^3 - 3*x^2 + x - 5}{x-2}$$. Answer the following parts.

Polynomial Transformation Challenge

Consider the function transformation given by $$g(x)= -2*(x+1)^3 + 3$$. Answer each part that follow

Predator-Prey Dynamics as a Rational Function

An ecologist models the ratio of predator to prey populations with the rational function $$P(x) = \f

Product Revenue Rational Model

A company’s product revenue (in thousands of dollars) is modeled by the rational function $$R(x)= \f

Rational Inequalities and Test Intervals

Solve the inequality $$\frac{x-3}{(x+2)(x-1)} < 0$$. Answer the following parts.

Regression Model Selection for Experimental Data

Experimental data was collected, and the following table represents the relationship between a contr

Roller Coaster Curve Analysis

A roller coaster's vertical profile is modeled by the polynomial function $$f(x)= -0.05*x^3 + 1.2*x^

Solving a System of Equations: Polynomial vs. Rational

Consider the system of equations where $$f(x)= x^2 - 1$$ and $$g(x)= \frac{2*x}{x+2}$$. Answer the f

Temperature Rate of Change Analysis

In a manufacturing process, the temperature in a reactor is recorded over time. Using the table prov

Transformation and Reflection of a Parent Function

Given the parent function $$f(x)= x^2$$, consider the transformed function $$g(x)= -3*(x+2)^2 + 5$$.

Transformation in Composite Functions

Let the parent function be $$f(x)= x^2$$ and consider the composite transformation given by $$g(x)=

Trigonometric Function Analysis and Identity Verification

Consider the trigonometric function $$g(x)= 2*\tan(3*x-\frac{\pi}{4})$$, where $$x$$ is measured in

Zero Finding and Sign Charts

Consider the function $$p(x)= (x-2)(x+1)(x-5)$$.

Zeros and Complex Conjugates in Polynomial Functions

A polynomial function of degree 4 is known to have real zeros at $$x=1$$ and $$x=-2$$, and two non-r

Zeros and Factorization Analysis

A fourth-degree polynomial $$Q(x)$$ is known to have zeros at $$x=-3$$ (with multiplicity 2), $$x=1$

Analyzing a Logarithmic Function from Data

A scientist proposes a logarithmic model for a process given by $$f(x)= \log_2(x) + 1$$. The observe

Analyzing Exponential Function Behavior

Consider the function \(f(x)=5\cdot e^{-0.3\cdot x}+2\). (a) Determine the horizontal asymptote of

Analyzing Exponential Function Behavior from a Graph

An exponential function is depicted in the graph provided. Analyze the key features of the function.

Analyzing Social Media Popularity with Logarithmic Growth

A social media analyst is studying the early-stage growth of a new account's followers. Initially, t

Arithmetic Savings Plan

A person decides to save money every month, starting with an initial deposit of $$50$$ dollars, with

Arithmetic Sequence Analysis

Consider an arithmetic sequence with initial term $$a_0 = 5$$ and constant difference $$d$$. Given t

Arithmetic Sequence Derived from Logarithms

Consider the exponential function $$f(x) = 10 \cdot 2^x$$. A new dataset is formed by taking the com

Arithmetic Sequence in Savings

A student saves money every month and deposits a fixed additional amount each month, so that her sav

Bacterial Growth Model

In a laboratory experiment, a bacteria colony doubles every 3 hours. The initial count is $$500$$ ba

Comparing Exponential and Linear Growth in Business

A company is analyzing its revenue over several quarters. They suspect that part of the growth is li

Competing Exponential Cooling Models

Two models are proposed for the cooling of an object. Model A is $$T_A(t) = T_env + 30·e^(-0.5*t)$$

Composite Function Analysis: Identity and Inverses

Let $$f(x)= 2^x$$ and $$g(x)= \log_2(x)$$.

Composite Function Involving Exponential and Logarithmic Components

Consider the composite function defined by $$h(x) = \log_5(2\cdot 5^x + 3)$$. Answer the following p

Composite Functions Involving Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Let $$f(x) = e^x$$ and $$g(x) = \ln(x)$$. Explore the compositions of these functions and their rela

Composition and Transformation Functions

Let $$g(x)= \log_{5}(x)$$ and $$h(x)= 5^x - 4$$.

Composition of Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Consider the functions $$f(x)= \log_5\left(\frac{x}{2}\right)$$ and $$g(x)= 10\cdot 5^x$$. Answer th

Compound Interest Model with Regular Deposits

An account offers an annual interest rate of 5% compounded once per year. In addition to an initial

Compound Interest vs. Simple Interest

A financial analyst is comparing two interest methods on an initial deposit of $$10000$$ dollars. On

Compound Interest with Periodic Deposits

An investor opens an account with an initial deposit of $$5000$$ dollars and adds an additional $$50

Data Modeling: Exponential vs. Linear Models

A scientist collected data on the growth of a substance over time. The table below shows the measure

Determining an Exponential Model from Data

An outbreak of a virus produced the following data: | Time (days) | Infected Count | |-------------

Domain Restrictions in Logarithmic Functions

Consider the logarithmic function $$f(x) = \log_4(x^2 - 9)$$.

Earthquake Intensity and Logarithmic Function

The Richter scale measures earthquake intensity using a logarithmic function. Suppose the energy rel

Earthquake Intensity on the Richter Scale

The Richter scale defines earthquake magnitude as \(M = \log_{10}(I/I_{0})\), where \(I/I_{0}\) is t

Earthquake Magnitude and Logarithms

The Richter scale is logarithmic and is used to measure earthquake intensity. The energy released, \

Estimating Rates of Change from Table Data

A cooling object has its temperature recorded at various time intervals as shown in the table below:

Exponential Decay and Half-Life

A radioactive substance decays according to an exponential decay function. The substance initially w

Exponential Equations via Logarithms

Solve the exponential equation $$3 * 2^(2*x) = 6^(x+1)$$.

Exponential Function Transformations

Consider an exponential function defined by f(x) = a·bˣ. A graph of this function is provided in the

Exponential Function with Compound Transformations and Its Inverse

Consider the function $$f(x)=2^(x-2)+3$$. Determine its invertibility, find its inverse function, an

Finding Terms in a Geometric Sequence

A geometric sequence is known to satisfy $$g_3=16$$ and $$g_7=256$$.

Finding the Inverse of an Exponential Function

Given the exponential function $$f(x)= 4\cdot e^{0.5*x} - 3,$$ find the inverse function $$f^{-1}(

Fitting a Logarithmic Model to Sales Data

A company observes that its sales revenue (in thousands of dollars) based on advertising spend (in t

Fractal Pattern Growth

A fractal pattern is generated such that after its initial creation, each iteration adds an area tha

General Exponential Equation Solving

Solve the equation $$2^{x}+2^{x+1}=48$$. (a) Factor the equation by rewriting \(2^{x+1}\) in terms

Geometric Sequence and Exponential Modeling

A geometric sequence can be viewed as an exponential function defined by a constant ratio. The table

Inverse and Domain of a Logarithmic Transformation

Given the function $$f(x) = \log_3(x - 2) + 4$$, answer the following parts.

Inverse Function of an Exponential Function

Consider the function $$f(x)= 3\cdot 2^x + 4$$.

Inverse Functions of Exponential and Log Functions

Let \(f(x)=4\cdot3^{x}\) and \(g(x)=\log_{3}(x/4)\). (a) Show that \(f(g(x))=x\) for all \(x\) in t

Inverse of an Exponential Function

Given the exponential function $$f(x) = 5 \cdot 2^x$$, determine its inverse.

Inverse Relationships in Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Consider the functions \(f(x)=2^{(x-1)}+3\) and \(g(x)=\log_{2}(x-3)+1\). (a) Discuss under what co

Logarithmic Analysis of Earthquake Intensity

The magnitude of an earthquake on the Richter scale is determined using a logarithmic function. Cons

Logarithmic Function and Its Inverse

Let $$f(x)=\log_5(2x+3)-1$$. Analyze the function's one-to-one property and determine its inverse, i

Logarithmic Inequalities

Solve the inequality $$\log_{2}(x-1) > 3$$.

Modeling Bacterial Growth with Exponential Functions

A research laboratory is tracking the growth of a bacterial culture. A graph showing experimental da

Parameter Sensitivity in Exponential Functions

Consider an exponential function of the form $$f(x) = a \cdot b^{c x}$$. Suppose two data points are

pH Measurement and Inversion

A researcher uses the function $$f(x)=-\log_{10}(x)+7$$ to measure the pH of a solution, where $$x$$

Piecewise Exponential and Logarithmic Function Discontinuities

Consider the function defined by $$ f(x)=\begin{cases} 2^x + 1, & x < 3,\\ 5, & x = 3,

Population Growth with an Immigration Factor

A city's population is modeled by an equation that combines exponential growth with a constant linea

Profit Growth with Combined Models

A company's profit is modeled by a function that combines an arithmetic increase with exponential gr

Radioactive Decay and Logarithmic Inversion

A radioactive substance decays such that its mass halves every 8 years. At time \(t=0\), the substan

Radioactive Decay Model

A radioactive substance decays according to the function $$f(t)= a \cdot e^{-kt}$$. In an experiment

Radioactive Decay Modeling

A radioactive substance decays with a half-life of $$5$$ years. A sample has an initial mass of $$80

Radioactive Decay Modeling

A radioactive substance decays according to the model N(t) = N₀ · e^(-k*t), where t is measured in y

Radioactive Decay Problem

A radioactive substance decays exponentially with a half-life of 5 years and an initial mass of $$20

Savings Account Growth: Arithmetic vs Geometric Sequences

An individual opens a savings account that incorporates both regular deposits and interest earnings.

Semi-Log Plot and Exponential Model

A researcher studies the concentration of a chemical over time using a semi-log plot, where the y-ax

Shifted Exponential Function and Its Inverse

Consider the function $$f(x)=7-4*2^(x-3)$$. Determine its one-to-one nature, find its inverse functi

Solving Exponential Equations Using Logarithms

Solve the exponential equation $$5\cdot2^{(x-2)}=40$$. (a) Isolate the exponential term and solve f

Solving Logarithmic Equations and Checking Domain

An engineer is analyzing a system and obtains the following logarithmic equation: $$\log_3(x+2) + \

Transformations of Exponential Functions

Consider the base exponential function $$f(x)= 3 \cdot 2^x$$. A transformed function is defined by

Transformations of Exponential Functions

Consider the exponential function $$f(x) = 3 \cdot 2^x$$. This function is transformed to produce $$

Translated Exponential Function and Its Inverse

Consider the function $$f(x)=5*2^(x+3)-8$$. Analyze its properties by confirming its one-to-one natu

Validating the Negative Exponent Property

Demonstrate the negative exponent property using the expression $$b^{-3}$$.

Wildlife Population Decline

A wildlife population declines by 15% each year, forming a geometric sequence.

Analysis of Rose Curves

A polar curve is given by the equation $$r=4*\cos(3*θ)$$ which represents a rose curve. Analyze the

Analyzing Sinusoidal Function Rate of Change

A sound wave is modeled by the function $$f(t)=4*\sin(\frac{\pi}{2}*(t-1))+5$$, where t is measured

Analyzing the Tangent Function

Consider the tangent function $$T(x)=\tan(x)$$.

Combining Logarithmic and Trigonometric Equations

Consider a model where the amplitude of a cosine function is modulated by an exponential decay. The

Comparing Sinusoidal Functions

Consider the functions $$f(x)=\sin(x)$$ and $$g(x)=\cos\Bigl(x-\frac{\pi}{2}\Bigr)$$.

Composite Function Analysis with Polar and Trigonometric Elements

A radar system uses the polar function $$r(\theta)=5+2*\sin(\theta)$$ to model the distance to a tar

Concavity in the Sine Function

Consider the function $$h(x) = \sin(x)$$ defined on the interval $$[0, 2\pi]$$.

Converting and Graphing Polar Equations

Consider the polar equation $$r=2*\cos(\theta)$$.

Converting Complex Numbers to Polar Form

Convert the complex number $$3-3*\text{i}$$ to polar form and use this representation to compute the

Coterminal Angles and Unit Circle Analysis

Identify coterminal angles and determine the corresponding coordinates on the unit circle.

Damped Oscillations: Combining Sinusoidal Functions and Geometric Sequences

A mass-spring system oscillates with decreasing amplitude following a geometric sequence. Its displa

Daylight Hours Modeling

A city's daylight hours vary sinusoidally throughout the year. It is observed that the maximum dayli

Equivalent Representations Using Pythagorean Identity

Using trigonometric identities, answer the following:

Exploring a Limacon

Consider the polar equation $$r=2+3\,\cos(\theta)$$.

Exploring Coterminal Angles and Periodicity

Analyze the concept of coterminal angles.

Exploring Inverse Trigonometric Functions

Consider the inverse sine function $$\arcsin(x)$$, defined for \(x\in[-1,1]\).

Exploring Limacons in Polar Coordinates

Consider the polar function $$r=2+3*\cos(θ)$$ which represents a limacon. Evaluate its key features

Exploring Rates of Change in Polar Functions

Given the polar function $$r(\theta) = 2 + \sin(\theta)$$, answer the following:

Graph Interpretation from Tabulated Periodic Data

A study recorded the oscillation of a pendulum over time. Data is provided in the table below showin

Graphical Reflection of Trigonometric Functions and Their Inverses

Consider the sine function and its inverse. The graph of an inverse function is the reflection of th

Inverse Tangent Composition and Domain

Consider the composite function $$f(x) = \arctan(\tan(x))$$.

Inverse Trigonometric Function Analysis

Consider the function $$f(x) = 2*\sin(x)$$.

Modeling Daylight Hours with a Sinusoidal Function

A city's daylight hours throughout the year are periodic. At t = 0 months, the city experiences maxi

Modeling Daylight Hours with a Sinusoidal Function

A study in a northern city recorded the number of daylight hours over the course of one year. The ob

Period Detection and Frequency Analysis

An engineer analyzes a signal modeled by $$P(t)=6*\cos(5*(t-1))$$.

Periodic Phenomena: Seasonal Daylight Variation

A scientist is studying the variation in daylight hours over the course of a year in a northern regi

Polar Circle Graph

Consider the polar equation $$r = 4$$ which represents a circle.

Polar Coordinates and Graphing a Circle

Answer the following questions on polar coordinates:

Polar Function with Rate of Change Analysis

Given the polar function $$r(\theta)=2+\sin(\theta)$$, analyze its behavior.

Polar Interpretation of Periodic Phenomena

A meteorologist models wind speed variations with direction over time using a polar function of the

Proof and Application of Trigonometric Sum Identities

Trigonometric sum identities are a powerful tool in analyzing periodic phenomena.

Real-World Modeling: Exponential Decay with Sinusoidal Variation

A river's water level is affected by tides and evaporation. It is modeled by the function $$L(t)=8*

Sine and Cosine Graph Transformations

Consider the functions $$f(\theta)=\sin(\theta)$$ and $$g(\theta)=\sin(\theta+\frac{\pi}{3})$$, whic

Sinusoidal Function Transformation Analysis

Analyze the sinusoidal function given by $$g(\theta)=3*\sin\left(2*(\theta-\frac{\pi}{4})\right)-1$$

Sinusoidal Function Transformations in Signal Processing

A communications engineer is analyzing a signal modeled by the sinusoidal function $$f(x)=3*\cos\Big

Sinusoidal Transformation and Logarithmic Manipulation

An electronic signal is modeled by $$S(t)=5*\sin(3*(t-2))$$ and its decay is described by $$D(t)=\ln

Solving a System Involving Exponential and Trigonometric Functions

Consider the system of equations: $$ \begin{aligned} f(x)&=e^{-x}+\sin(x)=1, \\ g(x)&=\ln(2-x)+\co

Solving a Trigonometric Equation with Sum and Difference Identities

Solve the equation $$\sin\left(x+\frac{\pi}{6}\right)=\cos(x)$$ for $$0\le x<2\pi$$.

Solving a Trigonometric Inequality

Solve the inequality $$\sin(x) > \frac{1}{2}$$ for $$x$$ in the interval $$[0, 2\pi]$$.

Solving a Trigonometric Inequality

Solve the inequality $$\sin(x)>\frac{1}{2}$$ for \(0\le x<2\pi\).

Solving Trigonometric Equations

Solve the equation $$\sin(x)+\cos(x)=1$$ for \(0\le x<2\pi\).

Solving Trigonometric Equations

Solve the trigonometric equation $$\sin(\theta) + \sqrt{3}*\cos(\theta)=1$$.

Solving Trigonometric Equations in a Specified Interval

Solve the given trigonometric equations within specified intervals and explain the underlying reason

Tangent and Cotangent Equation

Consider the trigonometric equation $$\tan(x) - \cot(x) = 0$$ for $$x$$ in the interval $$[0, 2\pi]$

Tangent Function and Asymptotes

Examine the function $$f(\theta)=\tan(\theta)$$ defined on the interval $$\left(-\frac{\pi}{2}, \fra

Tidal Motion Analysis

A coastal region's tidal heights are modeled by a sinusoidal function $$f(t) = A * \sin(b*(t - c)) +

Tidal Patterns and Sinusoidal Modeling

A coastal engineer models tide heights (in meters) as a function of time (in hours) using the sinuso

Understanding Coterminal Angles and Their Applications

Coterminal angles are important in trigonometry as they represent angles with the same terminal side

Using Trigonometric Sum and Difference Identities

Prove the identity $$\sin(x+y)=\sin(x)\cos(y)+\cos(x)\sin(y)$$ and apply it.

Acceleration in a Vector-Valued Function

Given the particle's position vector $$\mathbf{r}(t) = \langle t^2, t^3 - 3*t \rangle$$, answer the

Analysis of a Vector-Valued Position Function

Consider the vector-valued function $$\mathbf{p}(t) = \langle 2*t + 1, 3*t - 2 \rangle$$ representin

Analysis of Vector Directions and Transformations

Given the vectors $$\mathbf{a}=\langle -1,2\rangle$$ and $$\mathbf{b}=\langle 4,3\rangle$$, perform

Analyzing a Piecewise Function Involving Absolute Value and Removability

Consider the function $$F(x)=\begin{cases} \frac{|x-2|(x+1) - (x-2)(x+1)}{x-2} & \text{if } x \neq 2

Analyzing the Composition of Two Matrix Transformations

Let matrices be given by $$A=\begin{pmatrix}1 & 2\\0 & 1\end{pmatrix}$$ and $$B=\begin{pmatrix}2 & 0

Average Rate of Change in Parametric Motion

For the parametric functions $$x(t) = t^3 - 3*t + 2$$ and $$y(t) = 2*t^2 - t$$ defined for $$t \in [

Composition of Linear Transformations

Let $$A = \begin{pmatrix} 1 & 2 \\ 0 & 1 \end{pmatrix}$$ and $$B = \begin{pmatrix} 3 & 0 \\ 1 & 2 \e

Computing Average Rate of Change in Parametric Functions

Consider a particle moving with its position given by $$x(t)=t^2 - 4*t + 3$$ and $$y(t)=2*t + 1$$. A

Determinant and Area of a Parallelogram

Given vectors $$\vec{u}=\langle 2, 3 \rangle$$ and $$\vec{v}=\langle -1, 4 \rangle$$, consider the 2

Determinant and Inverse Calculation

Given the matrix $$C = \begin{pmatrix} 4 & 7 \\ 2 & 6 \end{pmatrix}$$, answer the following:

Discontinuity Analysis in an Implicitly Defined Function

Consider the circle defined by $$x^2+y^2=4$$. A piecewise function for $$y$$ is attempted as $$y(x)=

Dot Product, Projection, and Angle Calculation

Let $$\mathbf{u}=\langle4, 1\rangle$$ and $$\mathbf{v}=\langle2, 3\rangle$$.

Eliminating the Parameter in an Implicit Function

A curve is defined by the parametric equations $$x(t)=t+1$$ and $$y(t)=t^2-1$$.

Evaluating a Piecewise Function in a Vector Context

A vector-valued function is defined as $$\mathbf{p}(t)=\langle p_x(t),p_y(t) \rangle$$ where the hor

Evaluating Limits in a Parametrically Defined Motion Scenario

A particle’s motion is given by the parametric equations: $$x(t)=\begin{cases} \frac{t^2-9}{t-3} & \

Exponential Decay Modeled by Matrices

Consider a system where decay over time is modeled by the matrix $$M(t)= e^{-k*t}I$$, where I is the

Exponential Parametric Function and its Inverse

Consider the exponential function $$f(x)=e^{x}+2$$ defined for all real numbers. Analyze the functio

Ferris Wheel Motion

A Ferris wheel rotates counterclockwise with a center at $$ (2, 3) $$ and a radius of $$5$$. The whe

Finding Angle Between Vectors

Given vectors $$\mathbf{a}=\langle 1,2 \rangle$$ and $$\mathbf{b}=\langle 3,4 \rangle$$, determine t

FRQ 2: Circular Motion and Parameterization

Consider a particle moving along a circular path represented by the parametric function $$f(t)=(x(t)

FRQ 4: Parametric Representation of a Parabola

The parabola given by $$y=(x-1)^2-2$$ can be represented parametrically as $$ (x(t), y(t)) = (t, (t-

FRQ 5: Parametrically Defined Ellipse

An ellipse is described parametrically by $$x(t)=3*\cos(t)$$ and $$y(t)=2*\sin(t)$$ for $$t\in[0,2\p

FRQ 6: Implicit Function to Parametric Representation

Consider the implicitly defined circle $$x^2+y^2-6*x+8*y+9=0$$.

FRQ 10: Unit Vectors and Direction

Consider the vector $$\textbf{w}=\langle -5, 12 \rangle$$.

FRQ 12: Matrix Multiplication in Transformation

Let matrices $$A=\begin{bmatrix}1 & 2\\3 & 4\end{bmatrix}$$ and $$B=\begin{bmatrix}0 & 1\\1 & 0\end{

FRQ 13: Area Determined by a Matrix's Determinant

Vectors $$\textbf{v}=\langle4,3\rangle$$ and $$\textbf{w}=\langle-2,5\rangle$$ form a parallelogram.

FRQ 15: Composition of Linear Transformations

Consider two linear transformations represented by the matrices $$A=\begin{bmatrix}2 & 0\\1 & 3\end{

FRQ 16: Inverse of a Linear Transformation

Let the transformation be given by the matrix $$T=\begin{bmatrix}5 & 2\\3 & 1\end{bmatrix}$$.

FRQ 17: Matrix Representation of a Reflection

A reflection about the line \(y=x\) is given by the matrix $$Q=\begin{bmatrix}0 & 1\\1 & 0\end{bmatr

FRQ 19: Parametric Functions and Matrix Transformation

A particle's motion is given by the parametric equations $$f(t)=(t, t^2)$$ for $$t\in[0,2]$$. A line

Graphical Analysis of Parametric Motion

A particle moves in the plane with its position defined by the functions $$x(t)= t^2 - 2*t$$ and $$y

Growth Models: Exponential and Logistic Equations

Consider a population growth model of the form $$P(t)= P_{0}*e^{r*t}$$ and a logistic model given by

Implicitly Defined Circle

Consider the implicitly defined function given by $$x^2+y^2=16$$, which represents a circle.

Inverse Analysis of a Rational Function

Consider the function $$f(x)=\frac{2*x+3}{x-1}$$. Analyze the properties of this function and its in

Inverse Matrix with a Parameter

Consider the 2×2 matrix $$A=\begin{pmatrix} a & 2 \\ 3 & 4 \end{pmatrix}.$$ (a) Express the deter

Investigating Inverse Transformations in the Plane

Consider the linear transformation defined by $$L(\mathbf{v})=\begin{pmatrix}2 & 1\\3 & 4\end{pmatri

Linear Transformations via Matrices

A linear transformation \(L\) in \(\mathbb{R}^2\) is defined by $$L(x,y)=(3*x- y, 2*x+4*y)$$. This t

Logarithmic and Exponential Parametric Functions

A particle’s position is defined by the parametric equations $$x(t)= \ln(1+t)$$ and $$y(t)= e^{1-t}$

Matrices as Representations of Rotation

Consider the matrix $$A=\begin{bmatrix}0 & -1\\ 1 & 0\end{bmatrix}$$, which represents a rotation in

Matrix Applications in State Transitions

In a system representing transitions between two states, the following transition matrix is used: $

Matrix Methods for Solving Linear Systems

Solve the system of linear equations below using matrix methods: $$2x+3y=7$$ $$4x-y=5$$

Matrix Modeling in Population Dynamics

A biologist is studying a species with two age classes: juveniles and adults. The population dynamic

Matrix Modeling of State Transitions

In a two-state system, the transition matrix is given by $$T=\begin{pmatrix}0.8 & 0.2 \\ 0.3 & 0.7\e

Matrix Transformation of a Vector

Let the transformation matrix be $$A=\begin{pmatrix} 2 & -1 \\ 3 & 4 \end{pmatrix},$$ and let the

Modeling State Transitions with a Transition Matrix (Probability-Based Scenario)

A small business models its customer behavior between two states: Regular and Occasional. The transi

Modified Circular Motion: Transformation Effects

Consider the parametric equations $$x(t)=2+4\cos(t)$$ and $$y(t)=-3+4\sin(t)$$ which describe a curv

Parabolic and Elliptical Parametric Representations

A parabola is given by the equation $$y=x^2-4*x+3$$.

Parabolic Motion in a Parametric Framework

A projectile is launched with its motion described by the equations $$x(t)=4*t$$ and $$y(t)=-4.9*t^2

Parametric Curve with Logarithmic and Exponential Components

A curve is described by the parametric equations $$x(t)= t + \ln(t)$$ and $$y(t)= e^{t} - 3$$ for t

Parametric Equations and Inverses

A curve is defined parametrically by $$x(t)=t+2$$ and $$y(t)=3*t-1$$.

Parametric Equations of an Ellipse

Consider the ellipse defined by $$\frac{x^2}{9} + \frac{y^2}{4} = 1$$. Answer the following:

Parametric Function and Its Inverse: Parabolic Function

Consider the function $$f(x)= (x-1)^2 + 2$$ for x \(\ge\) 1. (a) Provide a parametrization for the

Parametric Function Modeling and Discontinuity Analysis

A particle moves in the plane with its horizontal position described by the piecewise function $$x(t

Parametric Motion with Variable Rates

A particle moves in the plane with its motion described by $$x(t)=4*t-t^2$$ and $$y(t)=t^2-2*t$$.

Parametric Representation of a Hyperbola

For the hyperbola given by $$\frac{x^2}{9}-\frac{y^2}{4}=1$$:

Parametric Representation of a Line: Motion of a Car

A car travels in a straight line from point A = (2, -1) to point B = (10, 7) at a constant speed. (

Parametric Representation of a Parabola

Consider the parabola defined by $$y= 2*x^2 + 3$$. Answer the following:

Parametrizing a Linear Path: Car Motion

A car moves along a straight line from point $$A=(1,2)$$ to point $$B=(7,8)$$.

Parametrizing a Parabola

A parabola is defined parametrically by $$x(t)=t$$ and $$y(t)=t^2$$.

Particle Motion from Parametric Equations

A particle moves in the plane with position functions $$x(t)=t^2-2*t$$ and $$y(t)=4*t-t^2$$, where $

Planar Motion Analysis

A particle moves in the plane with parametric functions $$x(t)= 3*t - t^2$$ and $$y(t)= 4*t - 2*t^2$

Position and Velocity Vectors

For a particle with position $$\mathbf{p}(t)=\langle2*t+1, 3*t-2\rangle$$, where $$t$$ is in seconds

Rational Piecewise Function with Parameter Changes: Discontinuity Analysis

Let $$R(t)=\begin{cases} \frac{3t^2-12}{t-2} & \text{if } t\neq2, \\ 5 & \text{if } t=2 \end{cases}$

Resolving Discontinuities in an Elliptical Parameterization

An ellipse is parameterized by the following equations: $$x(\theta)=\begin{cases} 5\cos(\theta) & \t

Rotation of a Force Vector

A force vector is given by \(\vec{F}= \langle 10, 5 \rangle\). This force is rotated by 30° counterc

Table-Driven Analysis of a Piecewise Defined Function

A researcher defines a function $$h(x)=\begin{cases} \frac{x^2 - 4}{x-2} & \text{if } x < 2, \\ x+3

Tangent Line to a Parametric Curve

Consider the parametric equations $$x(t)=t^2-3$$ and $$y(t)=2*t+1$$. (a) Compute the average rate o

Transition Matrix and State Changes

Consider a system with two states modeled by the transition matrix $$M = \begin{pmatrix} 0.7 & 0.2 \

Trigonometric Function Analysis

Consider the trigonometric function $$f(x)= 2*\tan(x - \frac{\pi}{6})$$. Without using a calculator,

Vector Addition and Scalar Multiplication

Consider the vectors $$\vec{u}=\langle 1, 3 \rangle$$ and $$\vec{v}=\langle -2, 4 \rangle$$:

Vector Components and Magnitude

Given the vector $$\vec{v}=\langle 3, -4 \rangle$$:

Vector Operations and Dot Product

Let $$\mathbf{u}=\langle 3,-1 \rangle$$ and $$\mathbf{v}=\langle -2,4 \rangle$$. Use these vectors t

Vector Scalar Multiplication

Given the vector $$\mathbf{w} = \langle -2, 5 \rangle$$ and the scalar $$k = -3$$, answer the follow

Vector-Valued Functions: Position and Velocity

A particle’s position is given by the vector-valued function $$\mathbf{p}(t)=\langle 2*t+1, t^2-3*t+