Parent functions are the 8 basic functions used in precalculus and calculus. These include linear, absolute value, square root, cubic, quadratic, cube root, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Each has distinct properties like their domain, range, intercepts, asymptotes, and end behavior that are important to understand.

1. 1.6 Parent Functions
Essential Question:
What are the characteristics of the 8 parent
functions?
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