Question

The graph of the function, f(x)=x^2-5x-7 opens __ and has a ____ value.

Answer 1

Answer:

opens UP and has a minimum value.

Step-by-step explanation:

The given quadratic function opens UP (the branches of the associated parabola open up) because the coefficient that accompanies the leading term (leading coefficient) is positive.

Since the graph is a parabola with arms pointing up, the graph should have a minimum located at the vertex of the parabola.