How in the world do I graph this?
y=-|x-1|+4

also,
Write an equation for the translation: y=|x|, 6 units up, 5 units left.

I have a big, big math exam tomorrow, and my teacher was horrible at explaining this stuff... Help?

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How in the world do I graph this? 
y=-|x-1|+4 

also, 
Write an equation for the translation: y=|x|, 6 units up, 5 units left. 

I have a big, big math exam tomorrow, and my teacher was horrible at explaining this stuff... Help?

anonymous · Answer

@helpme1.2 
@agent0smith 
Do you guys have any idea?

anonymous · Answer

|dw:1389836518787:dw|

what would a - sign in front do to the graph?

anonymous · Answer

I'm not sure, but that's what it says on the paper. 

Can you please explain to me how you got that?

anonymous · Answer

@pgpilot326 ?

anonymous · Answer

i'm asking what would the graph look like if it were y = -|x|.

anonymous · Answer

http://www.purplemath.com/modules/graphabs.htm have a look and learn. if you need more help, let me know.

anonymous · Answer

Aaah, I see. 

Thank you very much!

anonymous · Answer

Have a nice day :)

anonymous · Answer

you too.  did you get the whole thing?  you want me to check your work?