The graph shown below is after a transformation.

A parabola is drawn in a coordinate plane where the axes range from negative 10 to 10, both by 1-unit increments.

(2 points)
Write the parent function: y=


Write the transformed function: y=

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To provide the parent function and the transformed function, I need to know the nature of the transformation applied to the parabolic graph. However, since the graph hasn't been visually presented here, I can provide you with general information on how to write these functions based on common transformations.

Parent Function: The parent function of a parabola is given by: \[ y = x^2 \]

Transformed Function: Transformations can include shifts (translations), vertical or horizontal stretches/compressions, and reflections. Here are a few examples of each type of transformation:

  1. Vertical Shift: If the parabola shifts up by \(k\), then the function becomes: \[ y = x^2 + k \] If it shifts down by \(k\), then use: \[ y = x^2 - k \]

  2. Horizontal Shift: If the parabola shifts right by \(h\), then the function becomes: \[ y = (x - h)^2 \] If it shifts left by \(h\), then use: \[ y = (x + h)^2 \]

  3. Vertical Stretch/Compression: If the parabola is vertically stretched by a factor of \(a\), then the function becomes: \[ y = a(x^2) \] If compressed, \(0 < a < 1\), then it's still the same form.

  4. Reflection: If there's a reflection over the x-axis, the function becomes: \[ y = -x^2 \]

To combine these transformations, you would create a general transformation form: \[ y = a(x - h)^2 + k \] Where \(a\) determines vertical stretching/compression and reflection, \((h, k)\) shifts the graph horizontally and vertically.

To write the specific transformed function, I would need details about the transformation, such as shifts or flips. If you can describe the transformation or characteristics of the graph (movement, direction, etc.), I could provide a specific transformed function.