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Samad
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Problem: How do you determine the line of symmetry of a reciprocal equation?
Solution:
For example, I'll graph the reciprocal function Y=1/(x+2)
^Just a quick sketch
And the equation of the line of symmetry is simply -(x+2), which can be seen here:
^Also a quick sketch
By adding a negative in front of any reciprocal equation, you have the line of symmetry. That much I figured out.
The Real Problem: Why does this happen? I mean, how can I explain it in plain english?
Solution:
For example, I'll graph the reciprocal function Y=1/(x+2)
^Just a quick sketch
And the equation of the line of symmetry is simply -(x+2), which can be seen here:
^Also a quick sketch
By adding a negative in front of any reciprocal equation, you have the line of symmetry. That much I figured out.
The Real Problem: Why does this happen? I mean, how can I explain it in plain english?