Functions of the form f(x) = a(x - h)^n + k | Unit 3 and 4 VCE Maths Methods

This video is part of the Polynomials topic in the Unit 3 and 4 VCE Mathematical Methods course.

This video is a brief review of how to sketch polynomial graphs of the form y = a(x – h)^n +k. It assumes an understanding of transformations of functions that should have been established in Year 11.

In this video, I work through a series of examples. You might consider pausing the video to attempt each question before checking your answer against my solution.

If you need more detailed explanations of the concepts covered in this video, the videos in this playlist may be of use:

The following video may also be useful if you need help with transformations of graphs

My class uses the Cambridge Senior Mathematics textbook for Units 3 and 4 Mathematical Methods for the Australian Curriculum / VCE. The work covered in this video corresponds to exercise 3G in that textbook.

Throughout the video I make use of the TI Nspire CAS CX II handheld.