Question

A quadratic function is shown in the graph. Another quadratic function has the equation y = -2x2 -12x + 64. Which function has the larger maximum and what is its maximum? A) The graph with a maximum of 1 B) The graph with a maximum of 8. C) y = -2x2 -12x + 64 with a maximum of 3 D) y = -2x2 -12x + 64 with a maximum of 82

Answer 1

D) y = -2x2 -12x + 64 with a maximum of 82

Explanation:

A maximum of a parabola is where the parabola opens down and located at its vertex that's at the highest vertical point/value.

Also, D has the greatest value of a maximum compared to A which only has a value of 1, B with a value of 8, and C with only a maximum of 3 (which is a incorrect maximum).