How would you approach this level 5 math problem?

JefferyJung
Sun, 25 Sep 2011 15:54:34 +0000

The pre-calculus/Algebra II solution is the best way.

Just realize that g(x) is the same curve as f(x), only shifted 3 to the right and 2 down.

Therefore, h = -3 and k = -2.

-3 * -2 = 6. The answer is E.



This is exactly how I solved it, but I only learned the shift of graph in Pre-Calculus. I was just confused because I thought SAT Math was only supposed to test up to Algebra. I guess my Algebra class really sucked because I didn’t learn this in Algebra class.

Q: Did you guys learn shift of functions in your Algebra classes?