Math Problem Statement
Find the function that is finally graphed after the following transformations are applied to the graph of y equals StartRoot x EndRoot in the order listed. (1) Reflect about the x dash axis (2) Shift up 3 units (3) Shift right 5 units
Solution
We start with the base function:
Now, let's apply the transformations step by step:
1. Reflect about the x-axis:
To reflect the graph about the x-axis, we multiply the entire function by . The function becomes:
2. Shift up 3 units:
To shift the graph up by 3 units, we add 3 to the entire function. The function now becomes:
3. Shift right 5 units:
To shift the graph to the right by 5 units, we replace with . The final function is:
Thus, the function that is finally graphed is:
Do you need more details or have any questions?
Here are some related questions you might find interesting:
- What would the function look like if it were shifted left 5 units instead of right?
- How would the function change if reflected over the y-axis instead of the x-axis?
- How does shifting the graph down by 3 units affect the equation?
- What would the graph look like if no reflection was applied, but the shifts remained the same?
- How do transformations like stretches or compressions affect square root functions?
Tip: Always apply horizontal transformations (shifts left/right) before vertical ones when solving transformation problems.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Function Transformations
Square Root Functions
Formulas
Reflection across x-axis: y = -f(x)
Vertical shift: y = f(x) + c
Horizontal shift: y = f(x - c)
Theorems
Transformation rules for functions
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11
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