The quadratic function undergoes a horizontal translation. How many units and in which direction does the graph shift? Write your answer as "shifts _______ units ________".
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Analysis
Question Analysis
This question tests the student's understanding of horizontal translations in the vertex form of a quadratic function. The key is to identify the value of in the function .
Key Concept Explanation
In the vertex form , the value of determines the horizontal translation. If , the graph shifts units to the right; if
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