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Constant functions

The graph of a constant function f(x) = k is a horizontal ray. Consequently, at any point on the graph of the function, the slope of the ray is . The area between the graph and the segment on the horizontal axis with endpoints (0,0) and (a,0) is ka.

Graph of constant function f(x)=k