Question

answer attempt 1 out of 2 the function is increasing on the interval (-4.2) < x < (segment 1), on the interval < x < (segment 2), and on the interval < x < (segment 3).

Explanation:

Step1: Recall increasing - function concept

A function is increasing when the graph goes up as we move from left to right.

Step2: Analyze segment 1

From the graph, for the first increasing segment starting at \(x=-4.2\), it ends at \(x = - 2\).

Step3: Analyze segment 2

The second increasing segment starts at \(x = 0\) and ends at \(x=2\).

Step4: Analyze segment 3

There is no third increasing segment visible in the given graph.

Answer:

The function is increasing on the interval \(-4.2