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Y=1/2 (x-4)^2 how has it been transformed from y=x^2

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Answer:

Explanation:

Initial Function:

y=x²

Move the parent function 4 units to the right ( moves horizontally).

y = (x-4)²

Make the function's opening wider

y = 1/2 (x-4)²

The graph moves 4 units to the right and widens.

Y=1/2 (x-4)^2 how has it been transformed from y=x^2-example-1
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