Notes - Graphing Linear Functions - In context
Lets consider the situation below:
Lets look at a model of a submarine as it surfaces after studying near the ocean floor.
The depth of the submarine, in meters, can be modeled by , where x is the number of minutes since it began to surface.
Lets start by graphing this equation.
Keeping in mind that this models a real life situation, what is the domain of the function?
and what is the range of the funciton?
Explain, using the real life units, the meaning of the Slope:
Explain, using the real life units, the meaning of the x-intercept:
Explain, using the real life units, the meaning of the y-intercept: