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Question 644361: I am not sure if this is the correct category. But please help me solve this.
This is the question: Graph the equation using the most appropriate method. Be sure to include key points.
F(x)=1%2F2%28x%2B3%29%5E2
I'm not really sure how to get the points from this equation.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Graph the equation using the most appropriate method. Be sure to include key points.
F(x)={1/2}(x+3)^2
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If x = -3, y = 0
That is the x-intercept.
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If x = 0, y = 9/2
That is the y-intercept
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Plot those 2 points to see where it would be good to have a 3rd point.
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Try x = -6, then y = (1/2)(9) = 9/2
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Plot that point and you should see the shape of the parabola.
If not, plot a few more points.
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graph%28400%2C400%2C-10%2C10%2C-10%2C10%2C%281%2F2%29%28x%2B3%29%5E2%29
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Cheers,
Stan H.