Math Problem Statement
Graph f(x) = 3x - 4 and the function g, a reflection of the graph of f across the x-axis. What is the equation of g(x)?
Solution
The question asks for the equation of , which is a reflection of the function across the x-axis.
Key Concept: Reflection across the x-axis
- When reflecting a function across the x-axis, you negate the output of the function (i.e., change the sign of the y-values).
- For any function , the reflected function across the x-axis is .
Solution:
- The given function is .
- The reflection across the x-axis gives us:
Thus, the equation of is .
Answer:
The correct option is:
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Here are five related questions you might find helpful:
- How do you reflect a function across the y-axis instead of the x-axis?
- What happens to the graph of a function if it's reflected across both axes?
- Can you explain how to reflect a quadratic function across the x-axis?
- How does reflecting a function across the x-axis affect its domain and range?
- How would the graph of change if reflected across the y-axis?
Tip: When reflecting functions, always focus on the output of the function; the sign change directly affects the y-values (for x-axis reflection) or the x-values (for y-axis reflection).
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Function Reflection
Formulas
g(x) = -f(x) for reflection across the x-axis
Theorems
Reflection Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11