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Set 2: Quadratic Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

For the parabola y = 3(x - 7) squared + 1, what is the x-coordinate of the vertex?

For the parabola y = 3(x - 7) squared + 1, what is the x-coordinate of the vertex?

A.

9

B.

14

C.

5

D.

7

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. In vertex form y = a(x - h) squared + k, the vertex is at (h, k). So x = 7

Why others are wrong:
A: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 14 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.