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Set 2: Quadratic Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

For the parabola y = 3(x - 4) squared + 6, what is the x-coordinate of the vertex?

For the parabola y = 3(x - 4) squared + 6, what is the x-coordinate of the vertex?

A.

2

B.

4

✓ Correct
C.

3

D.

8

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. In vertex form y = a(x - h) squared + k, the vertex is at (h, k). So x = 4

Why others are wrong:
A: 2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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