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: 27

Answer

Zeros: $x=6$ and $x=2$ Vertex: $(4,12)$

Work Step by Step

The function can be written in factored form as follows. $$ \begin{aligned} y & =-3 x^2+24 x-36 \\ & =-3\left(x^2-8 x+12\right) \\ & =-3(x-6)(x-2) \end{aligned} $$ Therefore, the zeros are at $x=6$ and $x=2$.The axis of symmetry is midway between the zeros, so its equation is $x =\frac{6+2}{2}= 4$. substituting $x=4$ into $y$ gives $y=-3(-2)(2)=12 $. The vertex is $(4,12)$.
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