Explain in a minimum of 2 sentences how to graph the equation of the absolute value function given a vertex of (-1,3) and a value of “a” equal to ½.

First, we put a point at the vertex. Then, we extend a line upwards of slope 1/2 to the right of the vertex. Then extend a line upwards of slope -1/2 to the left of the vertex. This will give the graph of the equation.