Parent Graphs
A parent graph is the graph of a relatively simple function. By transforming the function in various ways, the graph can be translated, reflected, or otherwise changed.
Below are some common parent graphs:
Linear:
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Absolute Value:
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Quadratic:
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Square Root:
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Cubic:
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Exponential:
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Logarithmic:
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Sine:
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Cosine:
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Tangent:
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Hyperbolic:
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