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QuizMultiple Choice
Modeling with Quadratic Functions
Question 7 • FL-1200710-Mathematics for College Algebra A
The image of a parabolic lens is projected onto a graph. The image crosses the x-axis at –2 and 3. The point (–1, 2) is also on the parabola. Which equation can be used to model the image of the lens?
Answer
A
y = (x – 2)(x + 3)
B
y = (x – 2)(x + 3)
C
y = (x + 2)(x – 3)
D
y = (x + 2)(x – 3)