Question

Consider the quadratic function whose equation is f(x)=-x^2-4x+2.

Question:
b.)State whether the vertex represents a maximum or a minimum point for the function. Explain your answer.​

Answer 1

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Answer:

b) maximum

Explanation:

The leading coefficient is negative (-1), so the parabola opens downward. Its vertex is the highest point on the graph, a maximum.