Math Problem Statement

The g(x) = f(-x) + 3 is the transformation of f(x). Which of the following is the correct description of transformation?

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g(x) reflects f(x) across x - axis and translated 3 units upward.

g(x) reflects f(x) across y - axis and translated 3 units upward.

g(x) reflects f(x) across y - axis and translated 3 units to the left.

g(x) reflects f(x) across x - axis and translated 3 units upward.

Solution

The correct transformation of g(x)=f(x)+3g(x) = f(-x) + 3 can be described as follows:

  1. Reflection across the y-axis: The negative sign inside the function, f(x)f(-x), reflects the function f(x)f(x) across the y-axis.
  2. Vertical translation: The +3+3 outside the function adds 3 units, which shifts the graph of f(x)f(-x) vertically upward by 3 units.

Thus, the correct description is:

g(x) reflects f(x) across the y-axis and is translated 3 units upward.


Do you want more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions to explore:

  1. How do different transformations (e.g., f(x)+cf(x) + c, f(xc)f(x - c)) affect the graph of a function?
  2. What is the effect of reflecting a function across the x-axis versus the y-axis?
  3. How can you identify a vertical or horizontal stretch/compression in a function transformation?
  4. What happens when multiple transformations (e.g., reflection and translation) are applied to a function?
  5. Can you describe the impact of a horizontal shift to the left or right on a function's graph?

Tip: When analyzing transformations, always pay attention to whether changes occur inside or outside the function to determine horizontal or vertical effects.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function transformations
Reflection
Translation

Formulas

g(x) = f(-x) + 3
Reflection across y-axis: f(-x)
Vertical translation: f(x) + c

Theorems

Reflection Theorem
Translation Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12