Parent Graphs/Transformations Review

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What is a parent graph?

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A parent graph is the simplest form of a function, representing the basic shape of a family of functions. Examples include linear, quadratic, cubic, exponential, and logarithmic functions.

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What is the equation of the exponential parent graph?

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What does it mean to translate a graph up by 4 units?

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This results in a vertical translation of the graph up by 2 units.

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How do you identify a horizontal shift in a function?

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This transformation translates the graph left by 5 units.

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What is the effect of subtracting a constant from a function?

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What does it mean for a function to be reflected over the y-axis?

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What is the equation of the quadratic parent graph?

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