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AP Calculus AB/BC
This equation represents a hyperbola that has branches in all four quadrants. As x increases or decreases, y decreases rapidly towards zero.
Hyperbola: A type of curve defined by two intersecting branches in opposite directions.
Reciprocal Function: A function that takes a number as input and returns its reciprocal (1 divided by the number).
Decreasing Function: A function where as x increases or decreases, y decreases.