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If the graph of f(x)= 3^x is reflected over the x-axis, what is the equation of the new graph?

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If the graph of f(x)= 3^x is reflected over the x-axis, what is the equation of the-example-1
User Preet Shah
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Answer:

  • g(x) = - 3^x

Explanation:

Reflection over x-axis results in:

  • f(x) → - f(x) translation

Therefore the new function is:

  • g(x) = - 3^x
User R J
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