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- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
3. Functions
Transformations
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Problem 25b
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 17-32, use the graph of y = f(x) to graph each function g.
g(x) = f(-x)+1
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Key Concepts
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Function Transformation
Function transformations involve altering the graph of a function through shifts, stretches, or reflections. In this case, the function g(x) = f(-x) + 1 represents a reflection of f(x) across the y-axis followed by a vertical shift upward by 1 unit. Understanding these transformations is crucial for accurately graphing the new function based on the original.
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Reflection Across the Y-Axis
Reflecting a function across the y-axis means that for every point (x, y) on the graph of f(x), there is a corresponding point (-x, y) on the graph of f(-x). This transformation changes the sign of the x-coordinates while keeping the y-coordinates the same, which is essential for graphing g(x) = f(-x).
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Vertical Shift
A vertical shift involves moving the entire graph of a function up or down without changing its shape. In the function g(x) = f(-x) + 1, the '+1' indicates that every point on the graph of f(-x) is moved up by one unit. This shift affects the y-coordinates of all points, which is important for determining the final position of the graph.
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