Math Problem Statement

Determine the values for a, b, c, and d in the function g(x) = c * f(a * x - b) + d based on the graph provided.

Solution

The image shows a graph and a function g(x)=cf(axb)+dg(x) = c \cdot f(a \cdot x - b) + d, where you need to determine the values for aa, bb, cc, and dd.

From the graph, let's break down the steps to identify these values:

  1. Function Transformation: The function g(x)g(x) appears to be a transformation of some base function f(x)f(x). We need to figure out how scaling, translating, and shifting have altered the graph from its base.

  2. Shifting and Scaling:

    • The graph has a clear horizontal and vertical shift.
    • The jump seems to occur around x=2x = 2, indicating a horizontal shift by bb.
    • The flat part of the graph is moved up vertically, suggesting a vertical shift by dd.
    • The step-like nature suggests the base function could be something like a step function.
  3. Identifying Shifts and Stretching:

    • Vertical shift (dd): The graph is shifted up to around y=2y = 2, meaning d=2d = 2.
    • Horizontal shift (bb): The step occurs around x=2x = 2, indicating a horizontal shift by 2 units, so b=2b = 2.
    • Vertical scaling (cc): The step rises by 2 units, suggesting a vertical scaling factor of c=2c = 2.
    • Horizontal scaling (aa): The graph seems not stretched horizontally, so a=1a = 1.

Final values:

  • a=1a = 1
  • b=2b = 2
  • c=2c = 2
  • d=2d = 2

Would you like more details on any of these transformations or further explanations?

Here are 5 related questions you can explore:

  1. How do horizontal and vertical shifts affect a function graph?
  2. What is the significance of scaling factors aa and cc in transforming graphs?
  3. How can you determine the base function f(x)f(x) from a transformed graph?
  4. What types of base functions are commonly transformed like this?
  5. How does the choice of bb affect the symmetry of the graph?

Tip: Always start with horizontal and vertical shifts when analyzing transformed graphs, as they are the easiest to detect visually.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Transformations
Graph Shifting
Scaling Functions

Formulas

g(x) = c * f(a * x - b) + d

Theorems

Function Transformation Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12