IB skill practice

Evaluate piecewise models

Choose the correct branch of a piecewise model before calculating the value.

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 4

Evaluate piecewise models - calculator-output interpretation

An energy audit cost model is \(f(x)=3x+2\) for \(x\le5\), and \(f(x)=2x+8\) for \(x>5\). Find \(f(3)\). Confirm the method before entering the value. Enter the requested value and choose the interpretation that matches the result.

Worked practice: result and interpretation

Calculate the requested result first, then choose the interpretation that follows from it.