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F(x) = −x^2 + x + 6. what is the axis of symmetry

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Answer:

x = 1/2

Explanation:

Factor the equation.

First eliminate the greatest common factor (GCF).

f(x)= -1(x^2 - x - 6)

Factor by finding 2 values that multiply to the constant (-6) and add to the b value (-1).

These values would be -3 and 2.

f(x)= -1(x-3)(x+2)

Therefore the x intercepts are x=3 and x=-2.

Find the average of the x intercepts.

(3+(-2))/2 = 1/2

Therefore the axis of symmetry is at x = 1/2.

This problem could also be solved by putting the equation in vertex form but it may be more time-consuming. Let me know if you would like to see that method of solving :)

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