Algebra 1

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Chapter 5 - Linear Functions - 5-8 Graphing Absolute Value Functions - Lesson Check - Page 344: 1

Answer

Both graphs have the same shape. However, the graph of $y = abs(x) - 8$ is the graph of $y=abs(x)$ translated down eight units.

Work Step by Step

$y= abs(x)- 8$ has its lowest value of $y$ at (0,-8). $y = abs(x)$ has its lowest value at the origin.
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