Algebra 2 (1st Edition)

Published by McDougal Littell
ISBN 10: 0618595414
ISBN 13: 978-0-61859-541-9

Chapter 4 Quadratic Functions and Factoring - 4.10 Write Quadratic Functions and Models - Guided Practice for Examples 1, 2, and 3 - Page 310: 2

Answer

$f(x)=-(x+3)^2+1$.

Work Step by Step

If the vertex of a graph is at (m,n), then the general formula for the quadratic function is $f(x)=a(x-m)^2+n$. The vertex of the graph is at (-3,1), hence the quadratic function becomes $f(x)=a(x+3)^2+1$. The point (0,-8) is on the graph, hence if we plug in the values we get -8=9a+1, a=-1. $f(x)=-(x+3)^2+1$.
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