A fractional function (inverse proportionality) is a function of the form y=k/x, and k≠0.

The graph is a hyperbola that does not intersect any axis of coordinates, although it is infinitely close to them.

The domain and scope of values are all valid numbers.

The function decreases at k>0 and increases at k<0.

A special case — k=1, then the function takes the form y=1/x. If k>0, the branches of the hyperbola are located in the I and III coordinate quarters. If k<0 – in the II and IV coordinate quarters.

Fractional graph function online

Example fraction function graph:

y=1/x


y=-1/x


y=1/x+3


y=4/x


y=11/x

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