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4-7.

Examine the function, , graphed at right.

  1. Is even, odd, or neither?

    Even functions have reflective symmetry across the -axis. Odd functions have rotational symmetry about the origin.

  2. If , what is ? Explain.

  3. If and , what is the value of ? Explain.

  4. If you know the values of and , how can you determine the value of ? Justify your process with a diagram, if necessary.

    Refer to the steps in part (c) for more guidance.

Continuous curve, coming from upper left, turning at the following approximate points (negative 3, comma negative 4), (negative 1, comma 2), (0, comma 0), (1, comma 2), (3, comma negative 3), continuing up & right, with x intercepts at negative 4, negative 2, 0, 2, & 4.