Write down the equation of the function corresponding to the graph

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The discussion revolves around translating the graph of a quadratic function, specifically the function given by the equation $y=(x-1)^2-6$, one unit to the left along the x-axis. Participants explore the mathematical principles behind this translation, including the use of function notation and transformations.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation, Mathematical reasoning, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents the original function and requests assistance in writing the equation for the translated graph.
  • Another participant suggests that to translate a function $f(x)$ left by $k$ units, one can use $f(x+k)$.
  • Some participants provide the transformation process, showing that translating the function results in $y(x+1)=((x+1)-1)^2-6=x^2-6$.
  • There is a discussion about the meaning of $f$ in the context of the translation and the values used in the transformation.
  • Several participants reiterate the translation method and confirm the resulting function after the shift.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the method for translating the function, but there are questions about the underlying reasoning and notation, indicating some uncertainty remains regarding the derivation and interpretation of the transformation.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express confusion about the derivation of the translation formula and the specific roles of the variables involved, suggesting that further clarification on these points may be necessary.

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A graph in the form of $y=(x-1)^2-6$

Problem

Write down the equation of the function corresponding to the graph obtained when the above graph is translated 1 unit in the negative direction of the $x$ axis

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Where do I need help

In writing the equation of the funtion.
 
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If we are given a function $f(x)$, then to translate the graph of that function $k$ units to the left, we may use $f(x+k)$.

Can you proceed?
 
MarkFL said:
If we are given a function $f(x)$, then to translate the graph of that function $k$ units to the left, we may use $f(x+k)$.

Can you proceed?

$\displaystyle f(x)=a(x-h)^2+k$

The function is in this form.

Substituting the values,

$y=(x-1)^2-6$

k=-6

Is it $f(x-6)$? but I am not sure whether this is correct?
 
You are given:

$$y(x)=(x-1)^2-6$$

So, to translate this one unit to the left, use:

$$y(x+1)=((x+1)-1)^2-6=x^2-6$$
 
MarkFL said:
You are given:

$$y(x)=(x-1)^2-6$$

So, to translate this one unit to the left, use:

$$y(x+1)=((x+1)-1)^2-6=x^2-6$$

Thank you very much (Yes) , Now I see it in desmos

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MarkFL said:
If we are given a function $f(x)$, then to translate the graph of that function $k$ units to the left, we may use $f(x+k)$.

Can you proceed?

But what I don't still understand is it's derivation.

Now what has actually happened here $$y(x+1)=((x+1)-1)^2-6=x^2-6$$;

Using $f(x+k)$ Do you plug in the values for $f,x,k$ from the given function.

What does $f$ stand for & from which part of the function was a value taken.

A comment here would be highly appreciated :)
 
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Suppose we are given a function $f(x)$ and we wish to shift the graph of that function horizontally. If we wish to shift the function to the left $k$ units, then we can think of accomplishing this by moving our coordinate axes horizontally to the right $k$ units, that is:

$$X=x+k$$

So now what we have is that:

$$f(X)=f(x+k)$$

is the graph of $f(x)$ shifted to the left by $k$ units. Now, in this problem, we are given the function:

$$y(x)=(x-1)^2-6$$

And we are told to shift it 1 unit to the left.

So, in terms of what I posted above, we have $y=f,\,k=1$ and so there results:

$$y(x+1)=((x+1)-1)^2-6=x^2-6$$
 
MarkFL said:
Suppose we are given a function $f(x)$ and we wish to shift the graph of that function horizontally. If we wish to shift the function to the left $k$ units, then we can think of accomplishing this by moving our coordinate axes horizontally to the right $k$ units, that is:

$$X=x+k$$

So now what we have is that:

$$f(X)=f(x+k)$$

is the graph of $f(x)$ shifted to the left by $k$ units. Now, in this problem, we are given the function:

$$y(x)=(x-1)^2-6$$

And we are told to shift it 1 unit to the left.

So, in terms of what I posted above, we have $y=f,\,k=1$ and so there results:

$$y(x+1)=((x+1)-1)^2-6=x^2-6$$

(Yes) Thank you very much again

To shift the function to the left y(x+1) and vice versa to shift the function right y(x-1)
 

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