Math Problem Statement
The graph of y = h(x) is shown. Draw the graph of y = 2h(x - 4).
Solution
The problem asks to "Draw the graph of ", based on a given graph of . Since I can't see the actual graph of , I can guide you through the transformation process.
To graph , follow these steps:
1. Horizontal Shift (due to ):
- The expression indicates a horizontal shift. Specifically, the graph of is shifted 4 units to the right. So, every point on the graph of will move to .
2. Vertical Stretch (due to the coefficient 2):
- The factor of 2 outside the function indicates a vertical stretch. This means that the graph will be stretched by a factor of 2. In other words, if a point on the original graph of is at , it will now be at .
3. Apply both transformations:
- First shift the graph horizontally by 4 units to the right.
- Then, stretch it vertically by multiplying all the -coordinates by 2.
If you have the graph of available, you can apply these transformations directly.
Do you have any questions or would you like more detailed steps?
Here are five questions to expand the concept:
- How does the transformation generally affect the graph?
- What happens if the function had been instead?
- How would a negative coefficient, like , affect the graph?
- How do you interpret transformations that include both vertical and horizontal shifts?
- Can the transformations be applied in a different order (e.g., vertical stretch first)?
Tip: When applying transformations, always handle horizontal shifts inside the function (involving ) and vertical changes (like stretching or reflecting) outside the function.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Graph Transformations
Function Shifts
Function Scaling
Formulas
y = 2h(x - 4)
Theorems
Graph shifting theorem
Scaling transformations
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12