For the radical function , the vertical stretch factor is ________, the horizontal shift is ________ units to the ________, and the vertical shift is ______ units ______.
Answer & Analysis
Analysis
Question Analysis
This problem tests the student's ability to identify and describe the transformations applied to the parent function of a radical function.
Key Concept Explanation
The general form of a transformed radical function is . Here, controls the vertical reflection and stretch/compression, controls the horizontal shift, and controls the vertical shift. A positive results in a vertical stretch, and a negative results in a vertical reflection over the x-axis.
Step-by-step Solution
1. Identify the parameters in the given function: .
2. Compare with the general form:
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