The graph of is transformed to . Describe the transformation.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. A translation of 3 units right and 2 units up
- Step 1: Replacing by moves the graph 3 units in the positive x direction. Step 2. Adding 2 outside the function moves it 2 units up. Answer: A translation of 3 units right and 2 units up. Why not the others: left 3 is the common sign error for ; down 2 would need ; a stretch needs a multiplier on x or y.
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