Question

Describe the transformation that took place if f(x)=x? became f (x) = 0.2(x - 5)2 – 2

Answer 1

To find the transformation, compare the function to the parent function and check to see if there is a horizontal or vertical shift, reflection about the x-axis or y-axis, and if there is a vertical stretch.

Shifted down 4 units.
Vertical compression