Graph x^5

Problem

ƒ(x)=x^5

Solution

1. Identify the function as an odd power function of the form ƒ(x)=x^n where n=5

2. Determine symmetry by checking ƒ*(−x)=(−x)^5=−x^5 which confirms the graph has origin symmetry (it is an odd function).

3. Find the intercepts by evaluating ƒ(0)=0^5=0 showing the graph passes through the origin (0,0)

4. Analyze end behavior as x→∞ ƒ(x)→∞ and as x→−∞ ƒ(x)→−∞

5. Plot key points such as (−1,−1) (1,1) (−2,−32) and (2,32) to determine the steepness of the curve.

6. Observe the shape near the origin, where the graph is flatter than y=x^3 because |x|^5<|*x|^3 for 0<|x|<1

Final Answer

ƒ(x)=x^5

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