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If you vertically stretch the linear parent function, f(x) = x, by a factor of 5, what is the equation of the new function?

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Answer:

f(x)=5x

Explanation:

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Answer:

f(x) = 5x

Explanation:

Vertical stretch is accomplished by multiplying the function value by the stretch factor. f(x) = x is stretched by a factor of 5 by multiplying it by 5:

f(x) = 5x

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