Math Problem Statement

The graph of f, of, x, equals, 2, x, squaredf(x)=2x 2 is given below. Write the equation of a function g, of, xg(x) which would shift the graph of f, of, xf(x) left 6 units.

Solution

To shift the graph of f(x)=2x2f(x) = 2x^2 left by 6 units, you can replace xx with x+6x + 6 in the equation. This is because shifting left involves adding a positive value to xx.

So, the equation of the function g(x)g(x) will be:

g(x)=2(x+6)2g(x) = 2(x + 6)^2

This represents the graph of f(x)=2x2f(x) = 2x^2 shifted 6 units to the left.

Would you like a more detailed explanation, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What happens when we shift the graph to the right instead of left?
  2. How do you shift a graph vertically?
  3. How does the shape of the graph change if we change the coefficient of x2x^2?
  4. What is the effect of adding a constant to the entire function, rather than inside the parentheses?
  5. How would you reflect the graph over the x-axis?

Tip: When shifting horizontally, remember that moving left involves adding to xx, while moving right involves subtracting from xx.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Graph Transformations
Quadratic Functions

Formulas

g(x) = 2(x + h)^2 (where h is the horizontal shift)

Theorems

Horizontal Shifting Theorem (adding to x shifts left)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10