<h3>
Answer: b = 4 and c = 7.</h3>
===============================================
Explanation:
Comparing y = x^2+bx+c to y = ax^2+bx+c, we see that a = 1.
The vertex given is (-2,3). In general, the vertex is (h,k). So h = -2 and k = 3.
Plug those three values into the vertex form below
y = a(x-h)^2 + k
y = 1(x-(-2))^2 + 3
y = (x+2)^2 + 3
Then expand everything out and simplify
y = x^2+4x+4 + 3
y = x^2+4x+7
We see that b = 4 and c = 7.
Substitute the first equation into the second equation. You will get:
4x - (2x - 5) = 7
Distribute the negative sign into the parenthesis:
4x - 2x + 5 = 7
Simplify
2x + 5 = 7
Subtract 5 on both sides
2x = 2
x = 1
Now, substitute x = 1 into the first equation:
y = 2(1) - 5
y = 2 - 5
y = -3
The solution to the system of equations is (1, -3).
Thanks, you two, bless you.
