Math Problem Statement

The graphs below have the same shape. What is the equation of the blue graph?

Solution

The red graph is given as F(x)=x2F(x) = x^2, which represents a standard parabola with its vertex at the origin (0, 0). The blue graph has the same shape as the red graph, which means it is also a parabola, but it is horizontally shifted.

Since the blue parabola is shifted to the left, its equation will take the form G(x)=(xh)2G(x) = (x - h)^2, where hh is the horizontal shift of the vertex. By observing the graph, we see that the vertex of the blue parabola is at (3,0)(-3, 0). Hence, the equation of the blue graph becomes:

G(x)=(x+3)2G(x) = (x + 3)^2

This equation represents the same parabola as F(x)=x2F(x) = x^2, but shifted 3 units to the left.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are five related questions you might find helpful:

  1. How do horizontal and vertical shifts affect the equation of a parabola?
  2. What is the general form of a quadratic function?
  3. How would the equation change if the blue graph was vertically shifted instead?
  4. How can you find the vertex of a parabola from its equation?
  5. What other transformations can be applied to parabolas?

Tip: When comparing the shapes of parabolas, focus on the vertex position and symmetry around the axis to determine any shifts or transformations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Equations
Graph Transformations

Formulas

Standard form of a quadratic function: y = a(x - h)^2 + k

Theorems

Horizontal Shifts in Quadratic Equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11