Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)
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Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...
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Transcribed Image Text:### Match the Function with the Graph
Below is a task to match the function with its corresponding graph based on the given options.
#### Functions:
A) \( g(x) = \frac{1}{3}(x - 4)^2 \)
B) \( g(x) = \frac{1}{3}x^2 + 4 \)
C) \( g(x) = \frac{1}{3}x^2 - 4 \)
D) \( g(x) = (x + 4)^2 \)
#### Graph Explanation:
In the middle of the image is a coordinate plane with the x-axis and y-axis ranging from -10 to 10. There is one parabola graphed which opens upwards and has a vertex at the point (0, -4).
#### Visual Analysis of the Graph:
1. **Vertex Identification**: The vertex of the parabola appears to be on the y-axis at (0, -4).
2. **Opening Direction**: The parabola opens upwards, indicating a positive leading coefficient.
Given this information:
- Option A \(\left( g(x) = \frac{1}{3}(x - 4)^2 \right)\) shifts the graph to the right.
- Option B \(\left( g(x) = \frac{1}{3}x^2 + 4 \right)\) shifts the graph upwards.
- Option D \(\left( g(x) = (x + 4)^2 \right)\) shifts the graph to the left.
- Option C \(\left( g(x) = \frac{1}{3}x^2 - 4 \right)\) shifts the graph downwards by 4 units.
Considering the graph provided, the correct function that matches the graph is:
**C) \( g(x) = \frac{1}{3}x^2 - 4 \)**
The graph shows a parabola opening upwards with a vertex at (0, -4), which corresponds to the function \( g(x) = \frac{1}{3}x^2 - 4 \).
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