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How Do You Graph a Translation of a Function?

Note:

A great way to better understand how to translate a function is to practice! This tutorial takes you through the steps of graphing a function that's been translated up and to the right.

Keywords:

  • problem
  • translate
  • translation
  • graph
  • parent function
  • transformation
  • slide

Background Tutorials

  • Transformation Definitions

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        What is a Translation?

      What is a Translation?

      Ever slide something across a table? If so, then you have performed a translation! In this tutorial, learn the definition of translation and see some really neat examples. Take a look!

  • Functions

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        What's a Function?

      What's a Function?

      You can't go through algebra without learning about functions. This tutorial shows you a great approach to thinking about functions! Learn the definition of a function and see the different ways functions can be represented. Take a look!

  • Function Notation

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        What is Function Notation?

      What is Function Notation?

      Every see 'f(x)' in your math? That's function notation! It's a way to indicate that an equation is a function. Learn about function notation by watching this tutorial.

Further Exploration

  • Reflections

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        How Do You Reflect a Function?

      How Do You Reflect a Function?

      When you look in the mirror, you see a reflection of yourself. Reflections in math involve flipping something over a line called the line of reflection. This tutorial shows you how to reflect a function over a chosen line!