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Which transformation from the graph of a function f(x) describes the graph of 5f(x)

User Blakev
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Answer: vertical | stretch | left

Explanation:

User Jorge Rocha
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Answer:

Dilation

Explanation:

Given

Main function: f(x)

Resulting function: 5f(x)

Required

Which transformation exists between both functions

The general explanation is that:

When a function f(x) is multiplied by a constant k, the resulting function g(x) is a dilation of f(x).

Mathematically, if the following relationship exists between f(x) and g(x)

g(x) = k.f(x)

Then g(x) is a dilation of f(x) and k is the constant of proportionality or dilation ratio

In this case:

g(x) = 5f(x)

So, the transformation that answers the question is dilation.

User Carlo Pires
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