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A logarithmic function, h, is plotted on the graph. What is the approximate rate of change of this function on the interval [-2,2]?​

A logarithmic function, h, is plotted on the graph. What is the approximate rate of-example-1

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Answer:

C. -
(9)/(8)

Step-by-step explanation:

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A logarithmic function, h, is plotted on the graph. What is the approximate rate of-example-1
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Answer:

C: - 9/8

Step-by-step explanation:

interval: -2 ≤ x ≤ 2

Find 2 coordinate points on the graph where x = -2 and x = 2:

(-2, 2) and (2, -2.5)

Let
(x_1,y_1) = (-2, 2) and
(x_2,y_2) = (2, -2.5)

rate of change =
(y_2-y_1)/(x_2-x_1)=(-2.5-2)/(2+2) =(-4.5)/(4)=-(9)/(8)

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