Math Problem Statement

write the equations from a description: the shape of f(x) = sqrt(x), but shifted 6 units to the left and then reflected in both the x-axis and the y-axis

Solution

To write the equation based on the description:

  1. Original function: f(x)=xf(x) = \sqrt{x}.
  2. Shifted 6 units to the left: Replace xx with x+6x+6, giving f(x)=x+6f(x) = \sqrt{x+6}.
  3. Reflected in the x-axis: Multiply the entire function by 1-1, resulting in f(x)=x+6f(x) = -\sqrt{x+6}.
  4. Reflected in the y-axis: Replace xx with x-x, yielding f(x)=x+6f(x) = -\sqrt{-x+6}.

The final equation is:

f(x)=x+6f(x) = -\sqrt{-x+6}

Would you like further clarification or examples related to this transformation? Here are 5 questions to explore further:

  1. How do reflections over the x-axis and y-axis affect the domain and range of functions?
  2. How does shifting a function horizontally differ from a vertical shift in terms of notation?
  3. What is the domain of the final function f(x)=x+6f(x) = -\sqrt{-x+6}?
  4. How would this function be graphed step by step?
  5. Can you identify any other transformations combined in different ways for the square root function?

Tip: When dealing with transformations, always apply them step by step in the order specified to avoid confusion.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Function Transformations
Square Root Functions
Reflections
Horizontal Shifts

Formulas

Horizontal shift: Replace x with (x + h) for a shift h units left.
Reflection in x-axis: Multiply the function by -1.
Reflection in y-axis: Replace x with -x.

Theorems

Basic Properties of Function Transformations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11