Math Problem Statement

Use the graph of f to sketch transformations of the function, such as y = f(x) + 2, y = -f(x), y = f(x - 2), and others.

Solution

Let's analyze the problems from the image.

For Problem 13, you're given a graph of a function f(x)f(x) with specific points and asked to sketch the transformations of this function based on different formulas. I'll break down each transformation:

  1. (a) y=f(x)+2y = f(x) + 2: This is a vertical shift upwards by 2 units. All points on the graph move 2 units up.

  2. (b) y=f(x)y = -f(x): This is a reflection of the graph across the x-axis. All the y-values of the points change sign.

  3. (c) y=f(x2)y = f(x - 2): This is a horizontal shift to the right by 2 units. All points on the graph move 2 units to the right.

  4. (d) y=f(x+3)y = f(x + 3): This is a horizontal shift to the left by 3 units. All points on the graph move 3 units to the left.

  5. (e) y=2f(x)y = 2f(x): This is a vertical stretch by a factor of 2. The distance of each point from the x-axis doubles.

  6. (f) y=f(x)y = f(-x): This is a reflection of the graph across the y-axis. The x-values change sign, reflecting the graph horizontally.

  7. (g) y=f(12x)y = f\left(\frac{1}{2}x\right): This is a horizontal stretch by a factor of 2. The graph stretches out, making it wider.


For Problem 14, the function f(x)f(x) is given with different transformation options:

  1. (a) y=f(x)1y = f(x) - 1: This is a vertical shift downwards by 1 unit. All points on the graph move 1 unit down.

  2. (b) y=f(x+1)y = f(x + 1): This is a horizontal shift to the left by 1 unit. All points on the graph move 1 unit to the left.

  3. (c) y=f(x1)y = f(x - 1): This is a horizontal shift to the right by 1 unit. All points move 1 unit to the right.

  4. (d) y=f(x2)y = -f(x - 2): This combines a horizontal shift to the right by 2 units and a reflection across the x-axis.

  5. (e) y=f(x)y = f(-x): This is a reflection of the graph across the y-axis. The x-values change sign.

  6. (f) y=12f(x)y = \frac{1}{2}f(x): This is a vertical compression by a factor of 12\frac{1}{2}, meaning the y-values are halved, bringing the graph closer to the x-axis.

  7. (g) y=f(2x)y = f(2x): This is a horizontal compression by a factor of 2, making the graph narrower.


Do you want further details or have any questions on how these transformations affect the graph?


Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. How does a horizontal shift differ from a vertical shift in terms of affecting the graph?
  2. What would happen if you applied both a horizontal and vertical shift to the function?
  3. How do reflections across the x-axis and y-axis affect the graph's symmetry?
  4. What is the effect of combining multiple transformations (e.g., stretch and shift)?
  5. How does a horizontal stretch/compression differ from a vertical stretch/compression?

Tip: When sketching transformations, always start with basic shifts (vertical/horizontal) before applying stretches or reflections.

Ask a new question for Free

By Image

Drop file here or Click Here to upload

Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Graph Transformations
Functions
Translations
Reflections
Stretching and Compressing

Formulas

Vertical shift: y = f(x) + c
Horizontal shift: y = f(x - c)
Reflection across x-axis: y = -f(x)
Reflection across y-axis: y = f(-x)
Vertical stretch/compression: y = a * f(x)
Horizontal stretch/compression: y = f(b * x)

Theorems

-

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12