Graphing Absolute Value Functions (y=a|x-h|+k)

Learn how to graph absolute value functions in this video math tutorial by Mario's Math Tutoring. We discuss how to graph the parent function as well as the transformations of the form y=a|x-h|+k. We go through 3 examples discussing the vertex, the vertical shift, horizontal shift, and vertical stretch, vertical shrink, and reflection of the graph.

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[pinklady]

Brilliant tutorial. Before coming here, I was struggling with absolute values. Now I understand, thanks to this tutorial.

[sarahmarie]

This was the best video I've found on the topic, and I've tried many. Thank you!

[mathlap]

Nice one sir. U have indeed Inspired me to bring up good thoughts about mathematics.

[ComputerCurry]

Great video. You explain simply and get the point across.

[meowfrav]

Thank you so much! I didnt understand on what my math teacher was saying until i found this! Now i can finish my homework without stressing. Thanks again!

[a.m.]

I was in absolute confusion! Thank you so

[scriptergustavo]

wow i had a test on this in algebra and I watched this video and I aced the test! thanks for the tutorials dude!

[yesokaye]

Thank you sir!!! You saved me from getting fail in exam, you made math much easier. I watched alot of videossss online, but this one. Thank you

[kevvonkev]

thank you so much mario, you've helped a ton

[idaniaandvaniatwins]

You make math much more easier thanks 😁

[madikizelayonela]

Thank you for this tutorial. I though it will took forever to understand piecewise functions.

[arnithepanda]

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[ShurooqFadhil-lxfp]

Literally, this video makes the transformation function easier, thanks!

[anishyerramsetti]

thank you for this, now i actually understand and wont fail

[yourebeautiful]

Mashaallah this is really beneficial thank you very much sir❤️❤️❤️Mashaallah

[iatethecakeproductions]

Thank You, this was very helpful. I'm taking a quiz on this tomorrow hopefully I get a good grade.

[sullyyyy]

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You are the 4th teacher I clicked on to learn this material. I was just not getting it and was worried that I could not help him. Then I found this video and everything came together.
Thank you very very much. You are a great teacher.

[fahmi]

Best and easy for create graph function absolute

[purplexionroblox]

Hello, this is an excellent video. I still am not sure about the concept of having 'the opposite effect' on the |x-h| part. Can you help me?

[iremozbey]

thank you for this great explanation mister 🙏