Domain of the function of two variables

In summary, the conversation was about determining and plotting the domain of a function of two variables, specifically the function f(x,y)=\sqrt[]{1+x^{2}+y^{2}}. The participants discussed the fact that the domain in this case is the entire plane of $\mathbb{R}^{2}$, and there is no specific graph to represent it. They also mentioned the misconception of a circle with a radius of -1, which is not possible, and clarified that the graph of the domain is not a circle or a hyperbola.
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Chipset3600
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Hi, I'm studying Calculus 2 now, and I am a litle bit confused in this question.
1- Determine and plot the domain of the function of two variables
a) [TEX]f(x,y)=\sqrt[]{1+x^{2}+y^{2}}[/TEX]

[TEX]x^{2}+y^{2}\geq -1[/TEX] doing [TEX]x^{2}+y^{2}= -1[/TEX] i guess this is the graph of Hyperbole, but my teacher said is a circumference with radius "-1", whel i said but radius is a size, can't be negative, and he told me to think.
does someone can explain to me?
 
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If you're dealing with all real variables, then the domain is the entire plane of $\mathbb{R}^{2}$, because, as you've said, $x^{2}+y^{2}\ge -1$. You've said that the problem is asking you to plot the domain. Are you sure it's the domain and not the function $f$?
 
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Ackbach said:
If you're dealing with all real variables, then the domain is the entire plane of $\mathbb{R}^{2}$, because, as you've said, $x^{2}+y^{2}\ge -1$. You've said that the problem is asking you to plot the domain. Are you sure it's the domain and not the function $f$?
Yes is just to represent the domain and not the function f
 
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This is along the sames lines as what Ackbach wrote.

If we have $\displaystyle f(x,y)=\sqrt[]{1+x^{2}+y^{2}}$ then as you said that shows that $\displaystyle x^{2}+y^{2}\geq -1$.

You're right that you can't have a negative radius for a circle if we are dealing with real numbers, so what do you think that means the domain is? Is it ever true that $\displaystyle x^{2}+y^{2} < -1$?
 
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Jameson said:
This is along the sames lines as what Ackbach wrote.

If we have $\displaystyle f(x,y)=\sqrt[]{1+x^{2}+y^{2}}$ then as you said that shows that $\displaystyle x^{2}+y^{2}\geq -1$.

You're right that you can't have a negative radius for a circle if we are dealing with real numbers, so what do you think that means the domain is? Is it ever true that $\displaystyle x^{2}+y^{2} < -1$?

I have no idea, and why [TEX]x^{2}+y^{2} < -1[/TEX] ? I guess this condition is invalidates
 
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Chipset3600 said:
I have no idea, and why [TEX]x^{2}+y^{2} < -1[/TEX] ? I guess this condition is invalidates

You correctly stated that the domain is where $\displaystyle x^{2}+y^{2}\geq -1$ so I am asking about where the domain by not be defined. It isn't defined whenever $x^{2}+y^{2} < -1$, but that is never true so the domain is all real numbers, or \(\displaystyle \mathbb{R}^2\).
 
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You may even show by using partials that given:

$g(x,y)=x^2+y^2+1$

then:

$g_{\text{min}}(x,y)=1$
 
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Jameson said:
You correctly stated that the domain is where $\displaystyle x^{2}+y^{2}\geq -1$ so I am asking about where the domain by not be defined. It isn't defined whenever $x^{2}+y^{2} < -1$, but that is never true so the domain is all real numbers, or \(\displaystyle \mathbb{R}^2\).

Ok, but how can i represent this in a 2D graph?
 
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Chipset3600 said:
Ok, but how can i represent this in a 2D graph?

Draw the x and y axes. Then label the axes up to a certain point and draw in a rectangle that covers the entire space. This should be enough to show that you are drawing any point in the xy plane.

Something like this but with no line in the middle.

[GRAPH]c29lw4j4qq[/GRAPH]
 
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Jameson said:
Draw the x and y axes. Then label the axes up to a certain point and draw in a rectangle that covers the entire space. This should be enough to show that you are drawing any point in the xy plane.

Something like this but with no line in the middle.

[GRAPH]c29lw4j4qq[/GRAPH]

I mean the graph x^2+y^2=-1 that my teacher say is a circunference with radius "-1" but i thought was hyperbola "-x^2-y^2=1".
 
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Chipset3600 said:
I mean the graph x^2+y^2=-1 that my teacher say is a circunference with radius "-1" but i thought was hyperbola "-x^2-y^2=1".

It's not the correct form for a hyperbola. I think your teacher was pointing out to you that it has the form of a circle with a radius of -1, which isn't possible so the answer is all real numbers.

The graph of the domain isn't a circle or a hyperbola.
 
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Your teacher may even want you to put it into circular form as:

$x^2+y^2=i^2$
 

FAQ: Domain of the function of two variables

What is the domain of a function of two variables?

The domain of a function of two variables is the set of all possible input values for the function. In other words, it is the set of all possible combinations of two variables that can be used as input for the function.

How is the domain of a function of two variables determined?

The domain of a function of two variables is determined by looking at the restrictions or limitations on the input values. These can include mathematical restrictions, such as avoiding division by zero, or physical restrictions, such as only allowing positive values.

Can the domain of a function of two variables be infinite?

Yes, the domain of a function of two variables can be infinite. This can happen when there are no restrictions on the input values, or when the function is defined on a continuous interval.

What happens if a point is not in the domain of a function of two variables?

If a point is not in the domain of a function of two variables, it means that the function is not defined at that point. This could happen if there are restrictions on the input values or if the function is undefined at certain points.

How does the domain of a function of two variables affect its graph?

The domain of a function of two variables determines the set of points that will be included in its graph. If a point is not in the domain, it will not be shown on the graph. Additionally, the domain can also affect the shape and behavior of the graph, as certain restrictions can create gaps or breaks in the graph.

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