vertical shift
[/ˈvɜːr.tɪ.kəl ʃɪft/]
nounpl: vertical shifts
deslocamento vertical
1. A transformation of a function or graph where all points move up or down by a constant distance, without changing the shape of the graph
The vertical shift of the parabola y = x² by 3 units upward results in y = x² + 3.
O deslocamento vertical da parábola y = x² de 3 unidades para cima resulta em y = x² + 3.
2. In mathematics and physics, a displacement in the direction perpendicular to the horizontal plane
The vertical shift in the wave function indicates a change in the baseline value.
O deslocamento vertical na função de onda indica uma mudança no valor da linha de base.
3. In general usage, a movement or change in position along the vertical axis
The vertical shift of the building structure required careful engineering.
O deslocamento vertical da estrutura do edifício exigiu engenharia cuidadosa.
The term 'vertical shift' is primarily used in educational and technical contexts, particularly in mathematics, physics, and engineering. In Brazil, it is commonly taught in high school algebra courses as part of function transformations. The concept is fundamental to understanding how graphs and functions behave when translated, making it essential terminology for students pursuing STEM fields.
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