Transformation Playground
Sweep the sliders and watch y = a(x − h)² + k morph live. Build the reflex: see the equation, picture the graph.
Your parabola vs. the parent
y = (x − 0)² + 0
Vertex
(0, 0)
Opens
upward
Shape
parent
parent y = x²
your y = a(x−h)²+k
mystery target