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algebra senior
Problem
The entire graph of the function is shown below ( is only defined when is between and inclusive). How many values of satisfy ?

Solution
First, we find all such that by drawing the line and finding the intersection points.
Thus, for , , and . So, if , then ,, or .
Since for all ,the equation has no solutions.
We see that for .
And the graphs of and intersect at , and once between and at the red dot. This means the equation has two solutions.
Therefore, the equation has a total of solutions.
Thus, for , , and . So, if , then ,, or .
Since for all ,the equation has no solutions.
We see that for .
And the graphs of and intersect at , and once between and at the red dot. This means the equation has two solutions.
Therefore, the equation has a total of solutions.
Final answer
3