Parent Functions

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What is a parent function?

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A parent function is the simplest form of a function type, which serves as a foundation for more complex functions. Examples include linear, quadratic, and absolute value functions.

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What is the domain of a function?

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The domain of a function is the set of all possible input values (x-values) for which the function is defined.

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What is the range of a function?

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The range of a function is the set of all possible output values (y-values) that the function can produce.

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What does it mean for a function to be increasing?

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A function is increasing on an interval if, as x increases, the value of the function also increases.

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What does it mean for a function to be decreasing?

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A function is decreasing on an interval if, as x increases, the value of the function decreases.

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What is the absolute value function?

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CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7D

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What is the vertex of a quadratic function?

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The vertex of a quadratic function is the highest or lowest point on the graph, depending on the direction of the parabola.

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What is the standard form of a linear function?

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CCSS.8.F.B.4

CCSS.HSF.LE.A.2

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What is the significance of the y-intercept?

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The y-intercept is the point where the graph of a function crosses the y-axis, indicating the output value when x = 0.

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What is a constant function?

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