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: 20

Answer

$y=-2(x+4)(x-5)$

Work Step by Step

The product form of the parabola is $y=a(x+4)(x-5)$. Since $(2,36)$ is on the curve, $16=a(-1)(-4)\implies a=4$. $$ \begin{aligned} a(2+4)(2-5) & =36\\ -18 a & =36 \\ a & =-\frac{36}{18}= -2 \end{aligned} $$ Hence $y=-2(x+4)(x-5)$.
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