IB skill practice

Analyse modulus functions

Use absolute value transformations to interpret V-shaped graphs and equations.

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 4

Analyse modulus functions - visual model point

For the modulus graph \(f(x)=|x|-3\), enter \(f(-1)\).

Worked practice: result and interpretation

Calculate the requested result first, then choose the interpretation that follows from it.