Question

Let f(x)=x^2 +1

Let g(x)=(x+2)^2 +1

Which statement describes the graph of g(x) with respect to the graph of f(x(?

A.) It is translated left 2 units.

B.) it is compressed horizontally by a factor of 2.

C.) It is compressed vertically by a factor of 2.

D.) It is translated right 2 units.

Answer 1

A

Explanation:

The only change to the equation is within the x parentheses, and it is adding 2. Inside the parentheses has the opposite effect, so the shift will be two to the left.