Oil Production in Mexico The following table shows oil...

Oil Production in Mexico The following table shows oil production by Pemex, Mexico's national oil company, for 2001-2006 $\left(t=1\right.$ represents 2001): $^{3}$ \begin{tabular}{|r|c|c|c|c|c|c|} \hline $\boldsymbol{t}$ (year since 2000) & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 & 6 \\ \hline $\boldsymbol{P}$ (million gallons/day) & $3.1$ & $3.2$ & $3.4$ & $3.4$ & $3.4$ & $3.3$ \\ \hline \end{tabular} a. Find $P(3), P(4)$, and $P(6)$. Interpret your answers. b. What is the domain of $P ?$ c. Represent $P$ graphically, and use your graph to estimate $P(1.5)$. Interpret your answer.

Oil Production in Mexico The following table shows oil production by Pemex, Mexico's national oil company, for 2001-2006 $\left(t=1\right.$ represents 2001): $^{3}$
\begin{tabular}{|r|c|c|c|c|c|c|}
\hline $\boldsymbol{t}$ (year since 2000) & 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 & 6 \\
\hline $\boldsymbol{P}$ (million gallons/day) & $3.1$ & $3.2$ & $3.4$ & $3.4$ & $3.4$ & $3.3$ \\
\hline
\end{tabular}
a. Find $P(3), P(4)$, and $P(6)$. Interpret your answers.
b. What is the domain of $P ?$
c. Represent $P$ graphically, and use your graph to estimate $P(1.5)$. Interpret your answer.

Key Concepts

Function Evaluation

Function evaluation involves determining the output of a function for a specified input value. In problems where the function is represented by a table or a rule, this process entails looking up or computing the value that corresponds to the given input. This concept is fundamental in understanding functions and their applications, as it allows one to predict behavior and analyze trends based on known data points.

Domain of a Function

The domain of a function is the complete set of input values for which the function is defined. This concept is crucial because it specifies the limits within which the function can be applied and interpreted. Understanding the domain helps in avoiding attempts to evaluate a function at values where it is not valid, thereby ensuring the correct application of the function in both theoretical and practical scenarios.

Graphical Representation and Interpolation

Graphical representation involves plotting the function on a coordinate system to visualize the relationship between the variables. This visual tool aids in understanding the overall behavior and trends of the function. Interpolation, on the other hand, is a technique used to estimate unknown values within the range of the data points. It is particularly useful when the function is only known at discrete points and an approximate value is needed for an intermediate input.

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