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Select the graph that correctly represents ƒ(x) = 1∕2(x – 3)^2 – 6.

Select the graph that correctly represents ƒ(x) = 1∕2(x – 3)^2 – 6.-example-1
User MegaByte
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Answer: B

Explanation:

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User Stokedout
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we have the function

ƒ(x) = 1∕2(x – 3)^2 – 6

This function represents a vertical parabola open upward

so

The vertex represents a minimum

The vertex is the point (3,-6)

the y-intercept is

For x=0

y=-1.5 -------> y-intercept is (0,-1.5)

Looking at the options

the answer is option B