Math Problem Statement
Solution
The problem involves finding the correct transformation of the function to obtain .
Analyzing the Graphs:
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Original Function :
- The orange curve represents .
- This is a rational function with vertical and horizontal asymptotes at and , respectively.
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Transformed Function :
- The blue curve represents .
- Notice that is a reflection of about the x-axis, which implies a transformation of to .
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Horizontal Translation:
- The graph of appears to be shifted to the right by 2 units when compared to .
- A horizontal shift to the right is represented by replacing with in the function.
Conclusion:
Given that is obtained by reflecting over the x-axis and then shifting it to the right by 2 units, the correct expression for in terms of is: However, it seems the incorrect answer was selected as on the provided options.
Would you like more details or have any questions?
Here are some related questions for further practice:
- What effect does shifting a function to the left have on its equation?
- How does reflecting a function over the y-axis change its equation?
- If a function is reflected over the x-axis and then shifted up, how would its equation change?
- How do horizontal shifts affect the domain of a function?
- What transformations would you apply to obtain the equation from ?
Tip: Always remember that a horizontal shift to the right is represented by subtracting from the -value, while a shift to the left is represented by adding to the -value.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Transformations of Functions
Reflections
Horizontal Shifts
Formulas
g(x) = -f(x - c) (Horizontal shift and reflection transformation formula)
Theorems
Transformation Theorem: Reflecting a function over the x-axis changes f(x) to -f(x), and shifting a function horizontally by c units changes f(x) to f(x - c)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12