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Ch. 2 - Functions and Graphs
Chapter 3, Problem 1

In Exercises 1-16, use the graph of y = f(x) to graph each function g. Graph of y = f(x) showing a horizontal line segment from (1, -3) to (4, -3).
g(x) = f(x)+1

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Function Transformation

Function transformation refers to the process of altering the graph of a function through various operations, such as shifting, stretching, or reflecting. In this case, the function g(x) = f(x) + 1 represents a vertical shift of the graph of f(x) upward by one unit. Understanding how transformations affect the graph is crucial for accurately graphing the new function.
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Graphing Functions

Graphing functions involves plotting points on a coordinate plane to visually represent the relationship between the input (x-values) and output (y-values) of a function. For the function g(x) = f(x) + 1, one must first identify the points on the graph of f(x) and then adjust their y-coordinates by adding 1 to each, effectively shifting the entire graph upward.
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Horizontal and Vertical Lines

Horizontal and vertical lines are fundamental concepts in graphing. A horizontal line has a constant y-value, indicating that the output does not change as the input varies. In the provided graph, f(x) is a horizontal line segment at y = -3 from x = 1 to x = 4. Recognizing this helps in understanding how the transformation to g(x) will affect the line's position on the graph.
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