Fitting a Root Function

Fitting a Root Function
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2018-11-21 06:40
This example allows students to fit a root function by adjusting the values of two sliders. It demonstrates the basic properties of root functions and how parameters affect the function's graph. Key mathematical concepts include root functions, exponents, and rational numbers. GeoGebra commands used include sliders and graphing.

GeoGebra Commands & Parameters

  1. Point A(5.0, 0.0)
  2. Point B(7.0, 31.7)
  3. Point C(9.0, 46.4)
  4. Point D(13.0, 63.4)
  5. Point E(19.0, 78.1)
  6. Point F(21.0, 81.7)
  7. Point G(25.0, 87.8)
  8. Point H(27.0, 90.5)
  9. Numeric a(5.0)
  10. Numeric b(21.0)
  11. f(x) = (sqrt(x - a) * b)