Exploring Absolute Value Graphs

What is the most important aspect to recognize when graphing absolute value equations?

• The size of the graph

• The shape of the graph

• The speed of graphing

• The color of the graph

What shape does the graph of an absolute value equation typically have?

• A straight line

• A parabola

• A circle

• A V-shape

What happens to the graph when the x-values are negative?

• It forms a U-shape

• It forms a straight line

• It remains unchanged

• It bends to form a V-shape

What is the effect of absolute value on negative numbers?

• It converts them to positive

• It squares them

• It doubles them

• It leaves them unchanged

What is the parent function of an absolute value equation?

• y = 1/x

• y = x^3

• y = |x|

• y = x^2

Which menu do you use to find the absolute value function on a graphing calculator?

• Graph

• Zoom

• Window

• Math

What should you do before graphing a new function on the calculator?

• Change the batteries

• Reset the calculator

• Turn off the calculator

• Clear out any previous functions

What is the purpose of using the 'zoom' function on the calculator?

• To adjust the window to a standard view

• To add labels to the graph

• To change the color of the graph

• To increase the speed of graphing

Why is it important to graph enough points when plotting an absolute value equation?

• To ensure the graph is colorful

• To see the V-shape clearly

• To make the graph look complex

• To use up all the graph paper

What is a key point to locate when graphing an absolute value equation?

• The highest point

• The vertex

• The midpoint

• The endpoint