It doesn't really have a role. This is because of the ^2, even if the number were to be a negative it would end up as a positive at the end.
Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:
Answer:
x = 5
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
8 = 
Multiply both sides by 3 to clear the fraction
24 = 5x - 1 ( add 1 to both sides )
25 = 5x ( divide both sides by 5 )
x = 5
The domain values uniquely map to the dependent variable.
A function that fits these values is f(x)=20x+1020.