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EXPLANATION
The given parabola has directrix x=2.
This implies that, the parabola is opens in the direction of the negative x-axis because it must open in a negative direction to the directrix.
The equation of such parabola is of the form:

where (h,k)=(-5,8) is the vertex.


But the parabola opens to the left.
p=-7
The equation now becomes


Answer:
b. 21% of federal tax
Step-by-step explanation:
70/336 × 100% ≈ 20.83% ≈ 21%
If Kevin is choosing a percentage of federal income tax, then 21% would be the appropriate choice.
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<em>Comment on the question</em>
Most withholding forms allow the choice of a percentage or a fixed dollar amount. It might be appropriate for Kevin to choose the amount of $70, rather than a percentage of income or federal tax.
To solve this, first make an equation:

After you solve this, you get x = 1.0399, but we have to subtract 1 so we get 0.0399 which is
3.99%
Answer:
128
Step-by-step explanation:
7×8=56
12×6=72
56+72=128