Math Problem Statement

The graphs of f and g are given. Find a formula for the function g. g shifted right 5 units

g(x) =

Solution

The function g(x)g(x) is described as being shifted right by 5 units from the function f(x)f(x). A horizontal shift to the right by 5 units is represented by adjusting the input variable xx in the following way:

g(x)=f(x5)g(x) = f(x - 5)

This means that the function g(x)g(x) is simply the function f(x)f(x), but evaluated 5 units to the right along the x-axis.

Key takeaway:

  • To shift a function horizontally to the right, subtract the number of units from xx inside the function.

Do you have any specific details about f(x)f(x), or would you like a more detailed explanation of transformations?

Here are 5 related questions for deeper exploration:

  1. What happens if the function is shifted left instead of right?
  2. How do vertical shifts differ from horizontal shifts in functions?
  3. What effect does multiplying a function by a constant have?
  4. Can you combine horizontal and vertical shifts in a single transformation?
  5. How would you reflect a function over the x-axis or y-axis?

Tip: To shift a graph left or right, modify the input variable inside the function as f(xc)f(x - c) for right and f(x+c)f(x + c) for left.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Functions
Graph Transformations

Formulas

g(x) = f(x - 5)

Theorems

Horizontal Shift Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12