Move the sliders for h and k. Observe what happens to the graph and the equation.

Using your own words describe what happened when you changed the value of h; when the value of k was changed; write the equation using h and k along with y and x. Ask a group member to verify your work.

This is a basic activity exploring the translations of a parabola. Use the slider to adjust the value of h. 1. How does the value of h change the equation? 2. What happens to the graph as h gets larger? 3. 2. What happens to the graph as h gets smaller?