Exploring Absolute Value Transformations and Compression

What happens to a function when it is multiplied by a number greater than 1?

• It gets compressed.

• It gets reflected.

• It gets stretched.

• It remains unchanged.

What is the effect of multiplying an absolute value function by a fraction between 0 and 1?

• It gets stretched.

• It gets compressed.

• It gets reflected.

• It remains unchanged.

What is the vertex of the basic absolute value function?

• (1, 0)

• (0, 1)

• (0, 0)

• (1, 1)

What is the axis of symmetry for the basic absolute value function?

• y = 0

• x = 1

• x = 0

• y = 1

What happens to the slope of the function when it is multiplied by 1/2?

• The slope becomes steeper.

• The slope remains the same.

• The slope becomes less steep.

• The slope becomes negative.

What is another term for the transformation caused by multiplying by 1/2?

• Compression

• Stretch

• Translation

• Reflection

At which point does the vertex of the function lie after transformation?

• (1, 1)

• (0, 0)

• (1, 0)

• (0, 1)

What is the value of the function at x = -6 after transformation?

• 3

• 2

• 5

• 4

What is the value of the function at x = 4 after transformation?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the value of the function at x = 8 after transformation?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5