Functions Modeling Change: A Preparation for Calculus, 5th Edition

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Chapter 3 - Quadratic Functions - Review Exercises and Problems for Chapter Three - Page 130: 17

Answer

$y=-\frac{3}{16}\cdot(x-4)^2+7$

Work Step by Step

The vertex form of the parabola is $y=a(x-4)^2+7$ and if $x=0, y=0$, so $$ \begin{aligned} 4 & =a(0-4)^2+7 \\ -3 & =16 a \\ -\frac{3}{16} & =a \end{aligned} $$ Hence $$y=-\frac{3}{16}\cdot(x-4)^2+7.$$
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