The graph of the function f(x) = x2 was transformed to form the graph of g(x) = (x – 7)2 + 8. Which transformations occurred to create the graph of g?

A shift of 7 units to the right and 8 units up
A shift of 7 units to the left and 8 units up
A shift of 7 units to the right and 8 units down
A shift of 7 units to the left and 8 units down

The graph of g(x) = (x – 7)2 + 8 is formed by shifting the graph of f(x) = x2 7 units to the right and 8 units up. Hence, the correct answer is: A shift of 7 units to the right and 8 units up.