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write the formula for absolute value function if its graph has the vertex at point (0,6) and passes through the point (-1,-2)

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Answer:

First you need to find the slope of the line:

m=6-(-2) / (-1)-0 =-8

equation of line is:

y=mx+b

y=-8x+6

for absolute value function:

if x<0

y=-8x+6

if x>0

y=+8x-6

Explanation:

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