Transforming Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

Question 1

What is a Transformation?

Answer 1

The change in the position, orientation, or shape of a figure.

Question 2

What is the formula for Vertical Translation?

Answer 2

f(x)+k.

Question 3

What is the formula for Horizontal Translation?

Answer 3

f(x-h).

Question 4

What is the formula for Vertical Stretch or Compression?

Answer 4

af(x).

Question 5

What is the formula for Horizontal Stretch or Compression?

Answer 5

f(1/bx).

Question 6

What is the formula for Reflection?

Answer 6

-f(x) or f(-x).

Question 7

What is an Asymptote?

Answer 7

The asymptote of a curve is a line such that the distance between the curve and the line approaches zero as they tend to infinity.