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Transformations of quadratic functions

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Chapter 19.2

Transformations of quadratic functions


What You'll Learn

Identify how coefficients and constants transform the parent function y = x²
Apply reflection transformations across the x-axis using negative coefficients
Perform vertical stretches and compressions by multiplying y-values
Execute horizontal and vertical translations by modifying x and y terms
Determine the vertex of a transformed parabola from its equation
Combine multiple transformations to graph complex quadratic functions

What You'll Practice

1

Graphing reflections of parabolas across the x-axis

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Applying vertical expansions and compressions to quadratic graphs

3

Translating parabolas horizontally and vertically using shifts

4

Combining multiple transformations in a single equation

5

Finding vertex coordinates from transformed quadratic equations

Why This Matters

Transforming quadratic functions is essential for modeling real-world phenomena like projectile motion, profit optimization, and engineering designs. Mastering these transformations gives you the power to quickly sketch and analyze parabolas without plotting dozens of points, a skill you'll use throughout algebra, precalculus, and calculus.

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Quadratic Functions
Transformations
Vertex Form
Reflections
Translations
Vertical Stretch
Horizontal Shift
Graphing Parabolas
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