SOLUTION: the graph of f(x) has a vertical asymptote at x=4. based on the context of the problem, why should there be a vertical asymptote at x=4?

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Question 1059059: the graph of f(x) has a vertical asymptote at x=4. based on the context of the problem, why should there be a vertical asymptote at x=4?

Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The denominator of the function = 0 at x = 4.
--> (x-4) is a factor of the denominator.

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