Question

The function f(x) = x2 is transformed to f(x) = {(x - 2)2. Which statement describes the effect(s) of the transformation on the graph

of the original function?
A)
The parabola is narrower and shifted 2 units to the right.
B)
The parabola is narrower and shifted 2 units to the left.
The parabola is wider and shifted 2 units to the right.
D)
The parabola is wider and shifted 2 units to the left.

Answer 1

B) The parabola is narrower.