Question

The function f is defined by f(x) = (x + 3)(x + 1).

Answer 1

Answer:

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Step-by-step explanation:

The  zeroes ( = x-intercepts) are x = -3 and x = -1.

So the x -coordinate of the vertex is between x = -3 and x = -1.

The actual x-coordinate is halfway between these value: at x = -2.

Answer 2

Answer:

x = -3 or x = -1

Step-by-step explanation:

f(x) = (x + 3)(x + 1)

⇒ x = -3 or x = -1