Answer:
(a) (-1, 0) and (5, 0)
(b) (0, -5)
(c) (2, -9)
Step-by-step explanation:
f(x) = x² - 4x - 5
(1) Create a table containing a few values of x and y
<u> x </u> <u> y </u>
-1 0
0 -5
1 -8
2 -9
3 -8
4 -5
5 0
(2) Plot your points
Draw markers (dots?) at the coordinates of each point.
(3) Draw the graph
Draw a smooth line through the points.
Extend the line in both directions to the edges of the plot area.
Your graph should look like the figure below.
(a) x-Intercepts
The x-intercepts are at (-1, 0) and (5, 0).
(b) y-Intercept
The y-intercept is at (0, -5).
(c) Minimum
The minimum is at (2, -9).