Functions Modeling Change: A Preparation for Calculus, 5th Edition

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Chapter 2 - Functions - 2.4 Preview of Transformations: Shifts - Exercises and Problems for Section 2.4 - Exercises and Problems - Page 97: 22

Answer

A graphical shift rightwards of $a$ units.

Work Step by Step

The transformation from $f(x)$ to $f(x-a)$ for any function $f$ and positive value $a$ results in a rightward shift of $a$ units graphically.
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