The graph of a function is shown.Determine if the function is increasing, decreasing, or constant for the following intervals of x.(2 points)1<x<2, 2<x<5, 5<x>7, x>7

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To determine whether a function is increasing, decreasing, or constant over specific intervals, we would typically analyze the slope of the graph in each interval:

  1. For the interval \( 1 < x < 2 \):

    • If the graph is rising as \( x \) moves from 1 to 2, the function is increasing.
    • If the graph is falling during this interval, the function is decreasing.
    • If the graph is flat (horizontal), the function is constant.
  2. For the interval \( 2 < x < 5 \):

    • Similarly, check if the graph rises, falls, or remains flat in this interval.
  3. For the interval \( 5 < x < 7 \):

    • Again, observe if the graph is increasing, decreasing, or constant.
  4. For the interval \( x > 7 \):

    • Determine whether the graph continues to rise, fall, or stay flat after 7.

You would need to visually inspect the graph in question for these intervals.

  • If you have the graph available, look at the slopes in each of the specified ranges.
  • If the graph was provided, I could give more specific guidance.

For each interval, you should summarize your findings with one of the following statements:

  • "The function is increasing."
  • "The function is decreasing."
  • "The function is constant."

If you can provide details about the graph or its shape in these intervals, I can help you with more specific answers!