Describe the transformation that occurs on a graph when changing an equation from f(x)=−|x| to f(x)=−|x|+4.

Question

Describe the transformation that occurs on a graph when changing an equation from f(x)=−|x| to f(x)=−|x|+4.

A) The original function shifts vertically down four units.

B) The original function shifts horizontally to the left four units.

C) The original function shifts horizontally to the right four units.

D )The original function shifts vertically up four units.

Answer 1

Describe the transformation that occurs on a graph when changing an equation from f(x)=−|x| to f(x)=−|x|+4.

A) The correct answer is A) The original function shifts vertically down four units.