Math Problem Statement
If the absolute value child function g(x) has a y -intercept at (0, 5) , where is the y -intercept of g(12x) ? A.(0, 2.5)
B.(0, 5)
C.(0, 10)
D.There is no y -intercept.
Solution
Given that has a -intercept at , we can analyze what happens when the function becomes .
Key steps to understanding:
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Definition of the -intercept: The -intercept occurs where . For the function , we substitute into to find the corresponding -value.
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Substitute into : From the given information, . Hence, the -intercept of is .
Thus, the -intercept of is the same as that of , which is .
The correct answer is:
B. (0, 5)
Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are 5 related questions:
- What happens to the graph of when it is transformed into ?
- How do horizontal compressions and stretches affect the -intercept of a function?
- What is the effect of vertical shifts on the -intercept of a function?
- If has a -intercept at , what would happen if we transformed it to ?
- How does the absolute value function affect the symmetry of a function?
Tip: When transforming functions, remember that horizontal compressions or stretches affect the input (x-values), but they don’t change the -intercept if you evaluate at .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Functions
Transformations
Absolute Value
Formulas
y-intercept of a function occurs where x = 0
Horizontal compression/stretch transformations of functions
Theorems
Function transformation: horizontal stretch/compression does not affect the y-intercept at x = 0
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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