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 left by 6 units, you can replace with in the equation. This is because shifting left involves adding a positive value to .
So, the equation of the function will be:
This represents the graph of shifted 6 units to the left.
Would you like a more detailed explanation, or do you have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions:
- What happens when we shift the graph to the right instead of left?
- How do you shift a graph vertically?
- How does the shape of the graph change if we change the coefficient of ?
- What is the effect of adding a constant to the entire function, rather than inside the parentheses?
- How would you reflect the graph over the x-axis?
Tip: When shifting horizontally, remember that moving left involves adding to , while moving right involves subtracting from .
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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