Math Problem Statement

A function is transformed by the equation . Describe the transformations.

Group of answer choices

Translate down 12 units

Translate right 12 units

Reflection over the y-axis

Reflection over the x-axix

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Solution

To describe the transformations of a function, we need the full equation to interpret the changes applied to the function. Since the transformation equation wasn't fully provided in your question, I'll explain the common types of transformations based on the general forms:

  1. Vertical translation (up/down): If the transformation involves something like f(x)12f(x) - 12, it represents a vertical translation down 12 units. Similarly, f(x)+12f(x) + 12 would be a translation up 12 units.

  2. Horizontal translation (left/right): If the equation involves something like f(x12)f(x - 12), this represents a horizontal translation right 12 units. On the other hand, f(x+12)f(x + 12) would shift the graph left 12 units.

  3. Reflection over the x-axis: If the function has a transformation of f(x)-f(x), it indicates a reflection over the x-axis. This flips the graph vertically.

  4. Reflection over the y-axis: If the transformation is f(x)f(-x), it represents a reflection over the y-axis. This flips the graph horizontally.

Without the specific equation, I can only offer these general guidelines. Do you have the exact transformation equation, or would you like clarification on any of these?


Here are 5 related questions for you to explore:

  1. What happens when a function is translated up by 5 units?
  2. How do you describe the transformation f(x4)f(x - 4)?
  3. What is the effect of multiplying a function by -1, i.e., f(x)-f(x)?
  4. How do we interpret the transformation f(x)f(-x)?
  5. Can a function undergo both translation and reflection simultaneously?

Tip: When reading transformations, translations affect position, while reflections flip the graph either vertically or horizontally.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Transformations
Translations
Reflections

Formulas

f(x) - c: Vertical translation
f(x - c): Horizontal translation
-f(x): Reflection over x-axis
f(-x): Reflection over y-axis

Theorems

Transformation of Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12