College Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32178-228-3
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-228-1

Chapter 3 - Polynomial and Rational Functions - Exercise Set 3.1 - Page 345: 78

Answer

See below.

Work Step by Step

The vertex of the quadratic function $f(x)=ax^2+bx+c$ is at $\left(-\frac{b}{2a}, f(-\frac{b}{2a})\right)$, so the vertex of $f(x)=x^2-6x+8$ is at $\left(-\frac{-6}{2}, f(-\frac{-6}{2})\right)=(3,f(3))=(3,3^2-6\cdot3+8=(3,9-18+8)=(3,-1)$
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