The function is drawn on a pair of perpendicular axes

MATHEMATICS · Subjective · A Level · Mathematics · Algebra and Functions · Algebra and Functions

Problem

The function h(x)=4xh(x)=4^{x} is drawn on a pair of perpendicular axes. (i) Plot the points corresponding to x=−2,−1,0,1,2x=-2,-1,0,1,2 and sketch the curve y=h(x)y=h(x). (ii) Write the equation of the inverse function of hh and sketch its graph on the same axes. (iii) Prove algebraically that the two graphs obtained in parts (i) and (ii) are reflections of each other in the line y=xy=x. (iv) Determine the coordinates of the point(s) where the graphs intersect.

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