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Set 1: Quadratic Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

For the parabola y = 1(x - 8) squared + 3, what is the x-coordinate of the vertex?

For the parabola y = 1(x - 8) squared + 3, what is the x-coordinate of the vertex?

A.

10

B.

16

C.

8

✓ Correct
D.

9

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. In vertex form y = a(x - h) squared + k, the vertex is at (h, k). So x = 8

Why others are wrong:
A: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 16 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.