Question
Which statement describes the effect on the parabola f(x)=2x^2-5x+3 when it is changed to f(x)=2x^2-5x+1? A. The parabola is translated up I unit. B. The parabola is translated up 2 units. C. The parabola is translated down I unit. D. The parabola is translated down 2 units.
Solution
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Edlaine
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Resposta
To determine the effect on the parabola when the constant term is changed from 3 to 1, we need to compare the two functions:Original function:
Modified function:
The change in the constant term results in a vertical translation of the parabola. Specifically, the parabola is translated down by 2 units.Therefore, the correct answer is:D. The parabola is translated down 2 units.