Question

What is the first step in writing f(x) = 3x2 + 6x – 8 in vertex form?

a) Factor out 3 from each term.
b) Form a perfect square trinomial by keeping the value of the function equivalent.
c) Write the trinomial as a binomial squared.
d) Factor out 3 from the first two terms.

Answer 1

yes the answer is d on ENG 2022

Explanation:

Answer 2

F(x)=3x^2+6x-8
Formula: a=-b/2(a)
a=-6/2(3)=-3
I guess the answer is d)