Math Problem Statement

Each of the graphs below is a transformation of the graph of g(x). Match them with the following functions: (I) g(x - 2), (II) -g(x - 2) + 1, (III) g(-x - 2), (IV) -g(x - 2). Four graphs are provided: (A), (B), (C), (D).

Solution

Let's break down the problem and solve it step-by-step.

We are given four transformations of a graph g(x)g(x) and four graphs labeled (A), (B), (C), and (D). We need to match the graphs to the given transformations.

The transformations are:

  1. g(x2)g(x - 2) (Shift the graph 2 units to the right).
  2. g(x2)+1-g(x - 2) + 1 (Shift the graph 2 units to the right, reflect over the x-axis, and shift 1 unit upward).
  3. g(x2)g(-x - 2) (Reflect over the y-axis and shift 2 units to the left).
  4. g(x2)-g(x - 2) (Shift the graph 2 units to the right and reflect over the x-axis).

The graphs:

We will now analyze each graph to match the corresponding transformations.

(A) Graph:

  • This graph appears to be a reflection over the x-axis but not shifted.
  • It is likely a reflection and then shifted right by 2 units.
  • This matches the transformation g(x2)-g(x - 2) (Option IV).

(B) Graph:

  • This graph seems to be reflected over both the x and y axes.
  • The shift is also rightward by 2 units and the graph is reflected over the x-axis, and shifted upward by 1 unit.
  • This matches the transformation g(x2)+1-g(x - 2) + 1 (Option II).

(C) Graph:

  • This graph appears to be a reflection over the y-axis with a leftward shift.
  • This matches the transformation g(x2)g(-x - 2) (Option III).

(D) Graph:

  • This graph is a simple horizontal shift to the right by 2 units.
  • This matches the transformation g(x2)g(x - 2) (Option I).

Final answer:

  • Graph A: g(x2)-g(x - 2) (IV)
  • Graph B: g(x2)+1-g(x - 2) + 1 (II)
  • Graph C: g(x2)g(-x - 2) (III)
  • Graph D: g(x2)g(x - 2) (I)

Would you like further details or explanations on any part of this process?

Related questions:

  1. What happens when you reflect a graph over the x-axis versus the y-axis?
  2. How does shifting a graph horizontally differ from shifting it vertically?
  3. What are the effects of negative coefficients in transformations?
  4. Can multiple transformations be applied at once, and how does this affect the graph?
  5. How do transformations affect the domain and range of a function?

Tip: When analyzing transformations, start by identifying shifts first, then apply reflections and stretches/compressions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Graph Transformations
Reflections
Translations

Formulas

Horizontal shift: g(x - h)
Vertical shift: g(x) + k
Reflection over x-axis: -g(x)
Reflection over y-axis: g(-x)

Theorems

Transformation Rules for Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12