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Write the expression for when you translate the graph of y=|x|-5 one unit to the right

User Ben Yee
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Answer:

y=|x-5|-5

Explanation:

the -5 inside the absolute value determines whether it is left or right, so we need to subtract five to move five to the right. Ok, so i'm pretty sure this is really confusing trust me i think it's correct

User Kshitij Dhakal
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Answer:

y = |x-1| - 5

Explanation:

To shift the graph to the right, you need to subtract from the inside of the absolute value sign.

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