Question

what is the domain of the square root function graphed below?

\\(x \ge -4\\)
\\(x > -4\\)
\\(x \ge 0\\)
\\(x > 0\\)

Explanation:

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<reasoning>

Identify the starting point of the graph

\[
\text{Endpoint} = (-4, 0)
\]

Determine the horizontal direction of the curve

\[
x \ge -4
\]
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<mcq-correct>\(x \ge -4\)</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>\(x > -4\)</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>\(x \ge 0\)</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>\(x > 0\)</mcq-option>
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Answer:

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Identify the starting point of the graph

\[
\text{Endpoint} = (-4, 0)
\]

Determine the horizontal direction of the curve

\[
x \ge -4
\]
</reasoning>

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<mcq-correct>\(x \ge -4\)</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>\(x > -4\)</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>\(x \ge 0\)</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>\(x > 0\)</mcq-option>
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