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Grade 11 maths · F.3 · Functions

Evaluate a shifted function

Put the shifted input into f, then add the vertical shift.

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  1. f(x) = 3x − 2. If g(x) = f(x − 1) − 4, find g(−3).

    Answer: -18

  2. f(x) = 2x + 1. If g(x) = f(x + 3) + 5, find g(0).

    Answer: 12

  3. f(x) = −3x − 4. If g(x) = f(x − 4) + 4, find g(1).

    Answer: 9

Tip: Put the shifted input into f, then add the vertical shift.

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