Question

The graph of F(x) shown below resembles the graph of G(x) = x ^ 2 but it has been changed somewhat. Which of the following could be the equation of F(x)

Answer 1

A is the correct answer.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Option (A)

Explanation:

Parent function of the function graphed is,

G(x) = x²

Graph shows the vertex of the given parabola is at (3, 3).

Vertex form of a parabola is,

F(x) = a(x - h)² + k

where (h, k) is the vertex.

By substituting the coordinates of the vertex in the equation,

F(x) = a(x - 3)² + 3

Since the given parabola is opening upwards, value of 'a' will be positive.

So the equation will be,

F(x) = 2(x - 3)² + 3

Therefore, from the given options, equation given in Option (A) matches the answer.