Nonlinear Functions

SAT Math· difficulty 3/5

Compared to y=x2y = x^2, the graph of y=(x+5)22y = (x+5)^2 - 2 is shifted:

  • A

    5 right and 2 up

  • B

    5 left and 2 up

  • C

    5 left and 2 down

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  • D

    5 right and 2 down

Explanation

Vertex form: h=5h = -5 (left 5), k=2k = -2 (down 2).

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