how to do linear equations? AND in the equation y=a|x-h|+k , what does each variable mean? i have have a math test tomorrow and this would REALLY help. thanks! (:

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how to do linear equations? AND  in the equation y=a|x-h|+k , what does each variable mean? i have have a math test tomorrow and this would REALLY help. thanks! (:

amistre64 · Answer

k hits the y axis; h moves it left or right; kinda backwards to what it says; and a makes it reach for the sky or lay flat towards the ground

anonymous · Answer

aww thanks! how do you tell the difference betweem vertical compressions and stretchs, and how to tell if its a reflection or not?