As it has a maximum value the coefficient of x^2 will be negative
The vertex will be at (-8,2) so in vertex form it is
y = a(x + 8)^2 + 2
and as it passes through (-7,-1) we have:
-1 = a(-7+8)^2 + 2
-1 = a + 2 so a = -3
answer is y = -3(x + 8)^2 + 2
in standard form this is y = -3x^2 -48x - 190
Answer: 90 degree angle
if im wrong let me know please
Hello there!
This is a conceptual question about quadratic functions.
Remember that a solution of ANY function is where it intersects the x-axis, so if the quadratic function intersects the x-axis TWO times, this means that there are TWO real solutions.
Here's a list of things to remember that will help you out for quadratic functions...
•if a quadratic function intersects the x-axis twice, it has two real solutions.
•if a quadratic function intersects the x-axis once, it has one real solution and one imaginary solution.
•if a quadratic function intersects the x-axis zero times, it has zero deal solutions and two imaginary solutions.
Please NOTE: If you want to know how many solutions a polynomial function has, look at it's highest exponent. If it is 2, then it has 2 solutions whether they be real or imaginary. If it is 3, then it has 3 solutions.
Also, if one of the factors are the same for a polynomial function, the way it hits the x-axis changes! This is just some extra information to help you in the long run!
I hope this helps!
Best wishes :)
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