Question

For each function, identify the horizontal translation of parent function f(x)=x^2. Then graph!

y=(x-4)^2

Answer 1

well, what is the difference between x^2 and (x-4)^2?

in the second expression, the x value is decreased by 4.

this actually means that your graph is shifted over to the right 4

try graphing each and you'll see

Answer 2

It just shifted right 4

Answer 3

it is shifted 4 in postive direction.

Answer 4

Thank you all :)

Answer 5

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