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graph a parabola whose x- intercept are at x= -3 and x= 5 and whose minimum value is y= -4
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Answered by
oobleck
from the roots, you know that
y = a(x+3)(x-5)
The vertex lies midway between the roots, at x = 1
y(1) = a(4)(-4) = -16a = -4, so a = 1/4
Thus, since the vertex is at (1,-4)
y = 1/4 (x+3)(x-5) = 1/4 (x-1)^2 - 4
I assume you can now graph it. If not, go to any handy online graphing website.
y = a(x+3)(x-5)
The vertex lies midway between the roots, at x = 1
y(1) = a(4)(-4) = -16a = -4, so a = 1/4
Thus, since the vertex is at (1,-4)
y = 1/4 (x+3)(x-5) = 1/4 (x-1)^2 - 4
I assume you can now graph it. If not, go to any handy online graphing website.
Answered by
John F Kennedy
not helpful
Answered by
Hilltops
Very helpful
Answered by
just another goofy goober ):
you are all terrible
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