Learn How to Graph Cosine with a Vertical Translation

The video tutorial explains how to graph the function y = 1 + cos(x). It covers key concepts such as amplitude, period, critical points, and vertical shifts. The tutorial guides viewers through the process of graphing one period of the cosine function, including determining the X scale and applying transformations.

What is the amplitude of the function y = 1 + cos(X)?

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How do you determine the period of the function y = 1 + cos(X)?

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What are the critical points of the cosine function, and how are they spaced?

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Explain how to find the distance between critical points in the graph of y = 1 + cos(X).

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Describe the process of graphing one period of the function y = 1 + cos(X).

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What transformations occur in the graph of y = 1 + cos(X) compared to the parent cosine function?

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How does the vertical shift affect the graph of the cosine function?

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