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Nonlinear functions SAT question

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The function is defined by . In the xy-plane, the graph of is the result of shifting the graph of down units. Which equation defines function ?

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Choice D is correct. If the graph of is the result of shifting the graph of down units in the xy-plane, the function can be defined by an equation of the form . It’s given that  and the graph of  is the result of shifting the graph of  down units. Substituting  for  and for in the equation  yields 

Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual errors.

Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual errors.

Choice C is incorrect. This equation defines a function for which the graph of  is the result of shifting the graph of  up, not down, units.

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