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Graph absolute value functions

Plot an absolute value function using the grapher. See this operation in an animated gif.

collapsed Plot an absolute value function
  1. Step 1. Select the absolute value tool.
  2. Step 2. Drag the points/line in the graph to make changes.
  3. Step 3. Select the line or a point. If your line is selected, the points you plotted are blue and the line is orange. When a point is selected, the point changes to a blue bulls-eye/double circle.

You can add more than one function to your graph.

collapsedSee Plot an absolute value function in action

 

See the Plot an absolute value function in action animated gif.

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collapsedChange/Delete an absolute value function
collapsedTo change an absolute value function, choose 1
  • Drag the line to a new position.
  • Press Shift plus an arrow key to move the function up, down, left, or right.
collapsedTo change point, choose 1
  • Drag the point to the new position.
  • Press Shift plus an arrow key to move a selected point.
  • If your instructor allows, select Edit Coordinates and enter the new coordinates in the pop-up window, and click Submit.

To remove an absolute value function, press Delete on your keyboard or in the tool palette.